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40. ESCAPING FROM THE LYCAN KING
VALERIAStill, I had already taken advantage of him—it was only fair to return the favor.I let him grab me by the waist and hips, pulling me against his solid body to lift me up.«I’m only helping out of camaraderie» I told myself, keeping my thoughts carefully hidden from his mind.«Of course, it’s just pity. It has nothing to do with the tingling I felt imagining that "thing" splitting me in half like a melon»Aldric kissed me again, yanking me out of my chaotic thoughts.This time, the kiss was more intimate, sensual.He bent down to my smaller height, both of us naked and sticky with sweat, his hands caressing my back and hips as I clung to his chest with mine.He guided me toward the shower, one step at a time.But suddenly, everything went to hell.Aldric tensed, his body going rigid.He pulled me behind him protectively, turning toward the entrance with a guttural growl.His aura shifted from heated to icy and furious as the door slammed open, followed by loud moans.Peeking o
41. QUINN'S SECRETS
QUINN"Stop making that face, like someone just died… Nmmm…"I couldn't help but groan in pain, clutching several fractured ribs as I lay back on the bed."Why are you doing this, Quinn? I told you to stay away from that woman. It's obvious the King has become infatuated with her.""This is his warning. He noticed you paying too much attention to his maid!""Ah, damn it, easy, Celine, or you'll end up piercing my heart with the tip of a rib." Her rough hands were cleaning the blood from my torso, and as always, there was no trace of delicacy.Sometimes I even doubted she was a woman."Are you even listening to me?! Of all the women, you’re interested in her?!" she shouted, exasperated, straightening up."Yes, sister, I'm listening. It's just… Valeria is different. She has so many mysterious things about her that draw me in. I don't know why, but I can't stop following her with my eyes every time we cross paths," I finally confessed with a sigh."I know exactly what attracts you to tha
42. ALDRIC'S PAST
VALERIAFreed from my task and without the housekeeper watching, I decided to slip away with the excuse of organizing the King's clothes in his closet.So I grabbed a basket with clean sheets and walked into the castle.I reached the ebony door and hesitated for a moment, unsure whether to step into the wolf’s den or not.“Come on, Valeria, don’t be ridiculous. The agreement was fulfilled, and now it’s time to return to a professional dynamic—worker and employer. I’m the maid, and he’s the King.”I told myself, straightening my posture, because if every time Aldric and I shared intimacy under our arrangement, I acted like a nervous girl, then this was bound to fail.I entered with a serious expression, advancing into the room on legs that felt like jelly.I knocked softly, but no one answered, so I pushed the door open and stepped into His Majesty’s chambers.The delicious scent of wine immediately assaulted my senses. This was his private, intimate space, and everything here smelled
43. YOU HAVE NO RIGHT
VALERIAHis cold, menacing aura surrounded me, crushing my will. I collapsed to my knees on the icy floor as his shadow loomed over me.I had forgotten how dangerous the King was, and now, perhaps, I would pay for my stupidity.I felt him rummaging through the album and then the boxes, probably making sure I hadn’t damaged his precious memories.Suddenly, he came closer, and I lowered my head even further, biting my bottom lip to stop my teeth from chattering.He gripped my chin tightly, forcing me to raise my gaze to meet his.His eyes were nearly red, like his beast, filled with fury and murderous intent."Never, ever in your life dare to go through my private things again! Don’t you dare take advantage of the trust I've given you, Valeria! This place is forbidden to you. You have no right to touch them! Is that clear?!""Y-yes… yes, sir," I stammered, feeling the pressure on my chin and as if an invisible hand was squeezing my throat."Get out!" he barked, releasing me roughly. I s
44. THE SHADOW OF THE KING
VALERIAShe turns her back and finally leaves, abandoning me completely alone, staring into nothingness and lost in thought over her words.I got up before nightfall; I didn’t want to be left alone so close to that eerie forest.I was hanging large white sheets on the clotheslines, needing to climb onto a small stool to reach the rope and secure them with wooden pegs.The cold breeze blew, making the sheets billow while also clearing my mind.I lowered my head to search for more pegs in the apron I wore, and when I lifted it again—I saw him.On the other side of the sheet, the massive shadow of a lycan stood silently, and I knew very well it was him.The wind howled through the trees, like a sorrowful wail echoing from the forest.I stayed still for a few seconds, staring at that terrifying and powerful presence, knowing that the King was watching me too from the other side.He had every reason to be angry, as he had made perfectly clear. I had no right to touch the precious belonging
45. CLOTHES FOR MY DEAR MAIDEN
VALERIAShe looked at me a bit surprised at first, but then quickly masked it as best she could and went back to her work.I guess my scars were enough to stun anyone.Clothing hung everywhere, and sewing accessories filled the display case along the back wall.I loved sewing and embroidery. In my free time, I had practiced a lot and was the one who always mended Dorian’s clothes."Valeria, come with me to choose His Majesty’s suits," the housekeeper ordered, and I followed her deeper into the shop.We spent quite some time selecting fabrics and pre-made outfits, handkerchiefs, accessories—everything.And practically every decision ended up relying on my taste.It seemed the King wanted to dress elegantly for the visit to the Silver Lake pack."I think this will be enough," I said to the housekeeper, who nodded in agreement.Just then, the shop’s owner, Mrs. Betty, entered."The new fabrics have arrived! Everything’s ready!" she announced enthusiastically, and for some reason, she loo
46. LET'S MAKE THINGS CLEAR
VALERIA"Yes, yes, of course, Your Majesty. What an honor to have you in my humble shop," Mrs. Betty responded nervously, bowing respectfully."Thank you for your work. Step out for a moment, Mrs. Betty—Sasha is waiting downstairs to pay," he replied, but his eyes never left mine for a second.I took advantage of the seamstress leaving quickly, closing the door behind her, to head over to where my dress was folded and put it back on.However, I had only reached the edge of the table when I heard hurried footsteps, and I tensed, feeling him press against my bare back.One hand wrapped around my waist, caressing my stomach, while the other slid over the arm I was using to cover my breasts.Only the thin slip over my hips separated my body from the King's warmth."Let me go! What do you think you're doing?" I struggled slightly, trying to break free from his hold, but his arms closed around me possessively, trapping me between the table and his massive body.The rapid beating of his hear
47. SILVER LAKE
VALERIA"Tell me if you can comply with that condition, or I will leave my position right now, King Aldric. I am not your prisoner," I confronted him for the first time, raising my chin, ready to resist his whims and selfishness.However, Aldric just stared at me in silence.I could feel his entire body tense, as if he were struggling with an internal enemy, resisting with all his strength.In his gray eyes, the beast inside him flickered, tinged with red, like his lycan form."Fine," he finally relented, stepping back, clenching his teeth so tightly I thought his jaw muscles might snap. "I accept. For now."He responded, and we were left facing each other in a battle of wills.If someone had told me a month ago that I would do something like this, I would have called them crazy."You need these clothes. You have nothing else to wear. The women in that pack are extremely snobbish, and I don't want anyone looking down on you. Just think of them as extra uniforms if it makes you feel be