Marissa POV.
“I said, where are you going?” He snarls at me as he stalks closer. My heart is pounding against my ribcage. I will not be subjected to this any longer.I know why he is here and I will have no part in it.
“I don’t see what concern it is of yours, where I am going. After all, I’m nothing to you now that your precious Jessica is back.” I spit my venom at him. It’s stupid of me to show my defiance to him, but right now I need to leave. To leave this wretched place for the good of my unborn pup. A pup that he will never know about.
“Yes, she is back, but you are a healer, Marissa. It is your duty to heal those in need and right now, you will fulfil your duty. Or did you forget our agreement?” He frowns, circling me like prey as I clench my fists firmly to my side. The nerve of him to mention the agreement.
“Ha, so you remember the agreement then? Well, I’m sorry to tell you Damien. You never stuck to your end of the agreement, so I have no obligation to stick to mine. You will have your wish. I’m leaving. Give my regards to your beloved.” I scoff as I walk towards the door when I’m aggressively ripped back by my arm. I stagger backwards at the force when he snarls in my face, his wolf on the surface.
“You have two options. You either go to the hospital willingly or I drag you by your hair kicking and screaming. It’s your call.” My lip quivers because I know he will drag me if I don’t submit.
I smirk up at him. I will not go without a fight. He has hurt me for the last time. This game of tug and war with him is not worth it. He will always win in the end. He is the Alpha and, regrettably, my mate. A mate I loathe, a mate I want to be rid of.
“The hard way it is then, Don’t blame me for showing you no mercy, Marissa.” I can’t believe such cold words are uttered by his 37 celsius degree mouth. He drags me by my arm, out of my bedroom and down the stairs.
“Let go of me.” My emotions are getting the better of me as my head feels dizzy from the anger and pain in my chest. A bitter reminder that I’m only a walking blood bank for him. It will never be me he holds in his heart.
Passing Lydia on the stairs, she smirks at me. How I wish I could tear her apart. Lydia stands there like she is the lady of this house. Her arms folded across her chest. Her chin high, she is arrogant and one day I would love nothing more than to knock her off her perch.
“Alpha, there is something I need to tell you…” Damien stops in his tracks, his grip on me bruising my delicate flash, the flesh pinches under his grip as he faces her.
“Can it wait?” he interrupts her and I pin an icy glare on her.
“I’m afraid not Alpha. Miss Gilbert has broken the law, sir.” She says out loud in smug self-satisfaction.
“What law?” He snaps as I struggle to free myself from his iron grip.
“The law that she isn’t to mate or bear a pup. I have seen the shadow of a man enter her room, Alpha. She deserves to be punished.” I roll my eyes at her as I mockingly scoff, oh Lydia, how stupid can you be?
He snarls and turns dark eyes to me. I don’t look away, praying he will believe her and loosen his grip; once he does, I’m gone. But I have no such luck.
“Is this true?” He frowns at me. A ghost of a smirk curls on my lips. Of course, he knows it’s true because the man in question is him. He looks at me with emotion in his eyes. Is it betrayal? Sadness? Heartache? Whatever it is. It’s quite amusing to see.
“What do you think?” I spit back, not looking from his eyes when it dawns on him. His gaze darkens at my words, he hasn’t realised that it is him she has seen. I will not correct this. I can’t without Lydia knowing who I am.
“You are so shameless to admit it to our Alpha. You’re nothing but a whore. Death is the punishment you deserve.” Lydia added.
I smile at her, baring my teeth, my gaze cold as he raises his hand and slaps me across my face. My head snaps to the side and I taste blood on my tongue. He actually believed her, her a fucking cunning bitch. How stupid is he? He would never believe me anyway.
“How dare you betray me? I’ll get even with you when we come back from the hospital.” Damien whispers to my ears, in a voice that only I can hear.
Dizziness takes hold as I stagger. If he wasn’t holding me up, I would have fallen. He drags me to the front door and takes my coat and bag before dragging me out into the cold, wet night. The rain is torrential; each drop burns my skin with its icy coldness, a sense of dread washes over me. I am reminded that I will not be able to leave. Not unless I’m dead.
Damien fiercely rips the car door open and shoves me inside. I slide over to the far side of the back seat and pull my legs up to my chest.
“Are you ok Luna?” Beta Jake sheds his crocodile tears. I don’t look at him. He is the only one who knows of our fake marriage and doesn’t care at all. Like his Alpha he only cares about her, his sister Jessica.
I keep my eyes glued to the window. When Damien enters the car and instructs him to drive. My warm breath forms on the interior of the car window. Condensation forms in contrast to the cold storm outside. The storm outside matches the storm within me. I know I could lose my pup if I go through with this. I can’t let that happen. I see myself in the reflection of the window. I’m soaked by the rain and my seaweed-like long hair is plastered to my body. I look grey, sickly even. This is done to me by him. My mate.
“Luna? Are you ok?” again I ignore his words when I feel the burning gaze at the back of my head. His cold eyes burning deep, marrying my flesh with his glare.
“What’s wrong with you Marissa?” He snarls out as I don’t turn to him. I solely watch the street lights whizz past the car as the sound of the rain streams down the window.
“I’m exhausted. I need to rest.” Is all I say in acknowledgement. My fate is now sealed. I should have run sooner. I should have left years ago. I was stupid to think he would ever love me. He only holds Jessica in his heart and no-one else.
“Get some rest. We will be there soon and Marissa, you will do this or I will bleed you myself.” Alpha Damien shows his care in a way as if he didn’t show at all.
I don’t respond. I just wipe the tear that has escaped my eyes. Closing my eyes, I try to build up as much of my strength as possible, but I know it’s futile. I will no doubt lose my life tonight. I replay what my grandfather said to me. He always said that being a healer is an honour, even though I would not be allowed to create life. I will always be allowed to save lives. You need to hold your composure and not be too emotional. If you are too emotional your healing ability will waiver.
But who will help me when I need it? The answer is simple. Nobody, I’m all alone. Well there was one, his name is Robert. Robert was laying nearly dead when I discovered him by the pack border. He had lost so much blood that the ground was saturated in it. Grandfather had been teaching me in secret the magical effects of our blood. So I couldn’t let an innocent child die when I knew my blood could save him. I watched with fascination as his wounds healed, leaving no trace of injury. He woke up, and told me with a straight face that he would repay me. I gave him an uneasy titter, that was the first time people had expressed gratitude to me. Since then, Robert became my only childhood friend. He would stand up for me and protect me when the triplet bullied me.
“I’m sorry, baby.” Inwardly I apologise to my pup. I’m a failure. A failure like everyone says I am. Some mother I am, I can’t even protect my pup.
Pulling up to the hospital. I’m snapped out of my daze as the door is ripped open and Damien grabs me out. He drags me towards the emergency department. I stumble but manage to pull myself up. The automatic doors open and the scent of disinfectant hits my nose. My stomach rolls and I fight the urge to vomit as I’m dragged through the department to the emergency room. The halls are eerily quiet; the only sound is my heels against the cold tile.
Dr Brendan comes out as he looks at me and to Damien. Dr Brendan is a general surgeon, he is tasked with many different roles within the hospital. He has experience in many different subjects. I dare say my grandfather was the best in our world and Dr Brendan was next after him.
“Alpha, unfortunately, Miss Morgan has a rare blood group. We don’t have that blood here and by the time we get it sent from another pack, I’m afraid it would be too late.” Dr Brendan looks at me with sadness, knowing I am going to be sacrificed to save her.
“Use Marissa. You know her blood can heal anything right. Use her blood to save Jessica.” He pushes me towards Dr Brendan. I stumble as Jake catches my arm to steady me. I nod my thanks to him and see he holds my coat and bag. The bag that holds my blood results, the blood results that confirm my pregnancy.
“Alpha, I cannot use Marissa. She is in no condition.” My eyes widen at him and I say a silent plea for him not to tell him.
“You will do as I ask. She is a healer. It is her job to heal. Marissa is only tired. She can rest after this.” I close my eyes, praying to the Goddess to save me just this once.
“It’s you!” a shrill voice comes from behind us. I turn my head to look over my shoulder. Lydia.
“Alpha, it's him. He is the one who has been entering Marissa’s room.” My eyes widen at her accusation.
Turning to look at Damien, he looks from me to Dr Brendan. He can’t seriously believe this shit show, can he?
“Is that true?” I shake my head.
“No, it isn’t. Dr Brendan is like a grandfather to me. Lydia shut your mouth!” I glare at her as a sly smirk spreads across her face.
“It is him. I have seen it with my own eyes.” Lydia folds her arms over her chest. Dr Brendan turns towards her.
“I beg your pardon? Do you have evidence of this? How dare you come in here and accuse me of this? Get out right now.” I scowl menacingly at her. Not only is she trying to destroy what is left of my life, but that of an innocent man.
“I’m sure it’s you. Look, Alpha, look how protective he is of her.” Lydia points between us, grinning like the cat that got the cream. But she is nothing but a snake and the best way to deal with a snake is to cut its head off.
Damien looks at me and he sneers down at me. Moving towards my ear, he whispers.
“You will give your blood or I will kill him. What will it be?” I grit my teeth as another wave of dizziness washes over me.
“Do it.” The tears leave my eyes as Dr Brendan looks at me with pity as he leads me to a room closely followed by Damien and Jake.
“You will be rewarded for your contribution. I will do as promised. I will make you Luna, don’t forget the blood oath you made. If you don’t do this, then Moon Goddness Selene will condemn you.” I look away as I think of my pup.
The needle stings my arm and I feel my blood leave my body. He will fulfil nothing, he will never break the laws he vowed to uphold. Once he is done with me, he will kill me and then he will be free to make Jessica his Luna, like he always wanted to.
Tears well into my eyes. No one respects promises, even Robert. He promised me that he would always be there for me when I am in need, but he just vanished without a trace in my life like how he appeared in the pack territory out of nowhere. I haven’t seen him since, which is saddening. I wish things were different and we were still in touch, at the very least we’d had a better goodbye rather than this hasty ending... The memory plays out when I hear Damien speak.
“Is the blood enough?” my head feels too heavy as darkness creeps into my vision. As I feel my eyes roll into the back of my head.
Marissa POV.The moonlight silkily flows my face as I bathe in it. Hearing the door open, I try to open my eyes, but they feel like lead weights. The faint smell of the warm earth after it rains invades my nose. My eyes try to focus on the person who has entered my room. All I can make out is a blurry figure. This person’s aura is truly otherworldly, as if it doesn’t belong in the current surroundings. If I die, I can die happy knowing I have seen something so gorgeous. Maybe the figure is an angel sent to bring me to Moon Goddness Selene. Warm fingers trace the path of my dried tears from under my eyes down my cheeks. The touch leaves a slight trail of heat in their wake. A low moan leaves my mouth at the touch.“You are still so selfless that you would rather sacrifice yourself to save those who don’t deserve saving.” His voice is low and magnetic, reminiscent of somebody that I used to know. I hear this man take a seat next to the bed.The only guy who would visit me and touch me
Damien POV.I stood shocked in place after learning Marissa, my mate, was pregnant. I never thought that her accepting the rejection would have caused her to collapse and bled out. She had so many chances to be frank with me, but she chose to be retricent about it and caused me so much pain and guilt. What have I done? If I had just been honest with her and rejected her from the beginning, this wouldn’t have happened. This is my fault, all of it. For that being said, I never thought she would accept the rejection. I thought she would have fought for me. She should have put up more of a fight to keep me. How could she have done this to me, her fated mate? If she truly loved me, then none of this would have happened. I pace outside the operating room doors as I lose the battle with my mind. Perhaps the pup isn’t even mine. Why am I feeling like this? She is a selfish whore. “Damien, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have come back. This is all my fault.” Jessica cries as she throws herself in
Marissa POV. Looking in the mirror in my office, I have to say, no-one would ever suspect me not to be human. My long chestnut hair is currently up in a neat bun at the back of my head; My creamy skin gets brighter and cheeks become rosy thanks to the increased circulation of blood and hormone during the pregnancy. I look flawless. It’s been a month since I left that god awful pack. Dr. Brendan knew that if Damien thought I survived, he would have killed me because I revealed the secret. As a loyal friend to my late grandfather, Dr. Brendan couldn’t let that happen to me or my pup. With the help of his close friends in human territory, he smuggled me out to safety and secured me a job in a hospital out there. His connections go far and wide and I couldn’t be happier to live in this picturesque town. The town itself is simply beautiful. The distant mountain is sharply defined against the mid-afternoon sky, gracing the foreground decorated by sweet and fluffy clouds and carefree lar
Marissa POV.To say my heart wasn’t in my throat would be an understatement. I’m terrified to say the least. I can’t shift even if I wanted to. I gulp, knowing I need answers. I’m smarter than this.“I know you’re a werewolf. Please don’t tell Damien that you have found me. I will do anything you say. Just don’t hurt me.” I beg desperately. His breathing becomes heavier, almost pained, but he doesn’t confirm or deny anything.“He’s heading this way. Don’t let him run off!” A furious voice sounded in the corridor. Rushed footsteps grow closer to my office, my eyes not leaving the closed door. “Stay down.” A warm large hand snakes feebly over my mouth and I gasp. I nod my head frantically. My heart is beating in my ears. The metallic scent of blood enters my nose as my eyes widen in realisation. He is injured. The people who are drawing closer must be after him. Shit!“Check all the rooms, find him and kill him.” The man from outside says with a growl. Wolves. The guy in my office pull
Marissa POV.Once Lucy and I cleaned Robert’s wounds, we stitched him up before placing a clean shirt on him. Lucy then took her leave, knowing that I needed to rest after coming off the night shift.Sitting opposite Robert as he sleeps on my sofa, I stare at him. Where has he been? How did he find me? Why did he come to me if he was mated? All these questions swirl in my mind. But do I want to know? Lost in my thoughts, a groan comes from the sofa when I see his eyebrows furrow.Standing, I move towards the sofa, placing a hand on his forehead. He suddenly grabs my wrist. I gasp at the static feeling from his touch. His beautiful silver grey eyes pierce into my very soul.“My Regina? I’m sorry, I’m so sorry for this.” A look of guilt and sadness flashes across his face. “Please don’t call me that. I’m Marissa.” I want to play it cool as if I was unaffected and he seems to be surprised by my cold and distant manner. “Marissa, I know you will have lots of questions after all these ye
Robert POV.Standing under the hot spray of the shower, I look down at the wounds on my chest to see that they have healed. My Lycan genes work faster than the average werewolf. Closing my eyes, I think back to the failed attack on my life. A low growl leaves my throat at the thought.As a rival company, Heallergy Pharmaceuticals sent the three men to kill me. They lost the acquisition of Faith Pharmaceuticals to my company, Mapex Group. So they took their revenge in such a distasteful manner. Scoffing because I know it would take more than three human men to bring me down. I’m the Lycan King after all. I would never release my Lycan in view of the humans. It would only cause nothing but death and destruction.Leaving the shower with a towel wrapped around my waist. I make my way through the bathroom when a diamond earring on the vanity next to the basin catches my attention. I sigh as I think back to what happened yesterday with Marissa. The way she looked at me with hurt and a fire
Marissa POV.Ever since Robert left, my days have gone back to be uneventful. Robert didn’t show up in front of me. Some part of me was happy about this, but a small part of me wished he would.We have a 7 day national holiday coming up and I can’t wait to relax. Walking into the staff room at the hospital, my coworkers are all talking about their plans for the upcoming holiday. Granted, we can’t close the hospital during holidays, but the senior consultants take a break during this period and I’m one of them, so I’m happy. Making a coffee, Lucy approaches me as I bring the goodness to my lips.“Hey, babe. What are you planning on doing with your holiday? Anything fun?” “No, I plan on staying home and getting some rest. How about you?” I take a sip as I wait for her reply.“I’m going back to my hometown for the holidays. You should come too. It’s beautiful where I’m from. It’s a tropical paradise. Sun, sea, sand, and shirtless hot guys.” She says excitedly.I chuckle at her antics.
Marissa POV.I watch her as she takes a step towards me, but I don’t take a step back. I hold her gaze. “Marissa, I’m sorry for bringing you here in this brutal manner. I hope our father’s men weren’t too offensive? Seeing you at the restaurant today, Robert told me that you are my big sister. I was afraid you wouldn’t want to see me again, so…” “Wait what? You have just told me you are getting married in a month’s time. Now you want to apologise for bringing me here against my will?” I watch as she fidgets with her fingers, but I won’t be fooled by her or anyone. I learnt my lesson last time.“Sister, I didn’t mean it. We all miss you.” Jennifer looks at me with her big doe eyes as her lip trembles. There is a hint of sadness and regret on her face. Something in me stares at me as my guard gradually comes down after she called me sister. Was I being too mean? Judging her before getting to know her? At the end of the day, the saying goes blood is thicker than water and she is my lit