The Cursed Alpha And His Sacred Golden Wolf

Over four centuries...

Maximus-

“Dalia.” I hear a voice that I have only heard three times in my life. All three times were pivotal moments that broke me. It’s not my own voice nor Beast. It’s unknown to us. Only showing himself to ruin me. Break me to my core. I feel my eyes flicker as I watch golden streaks mixing with the darkness in my own.

My nostrils flair, taking in the scent of her arousal. The two animals within me crave to taste her. I notice it's my reflection in her eyes. It's her eyes mirroring every gold flicker of mine. I lean in closer, dragging my nose along her slender neck. Planting kisses as I feel her staggered breathing. Her body leans closer. My third species is in control. My canines elongate to graze soft skin. I’m hypnotized because the desire to mark her is as strong as my need to breathe.

This time feels different from all the others. Different ways I want to touch her body. Ways I want to make moans escape her lips. How I want to be locked away with her for days, claiming every inch of her body.

Then the door crashes open, and she jumps back as I finally regain some power over him. But a growl leaves my lips from the forced distance between us. I've never had control over him until now. It's not until I feel Dalia’s hand touch mine that he begins to calm. That has never happened before in the past. It’s Dr. Yara with staff who entered the room. They all freeze when I snarl as two men f*****g dare to come into her room.

“Oh, I’m sorry! We heard the monitors.” Dr. Yara says between breaths. She shoos the men away. The two women wait to see if they are needed. Dr. Yara nods to them, and they smile, leaving the room. Of course, not before I smell the arousal of both women. I turn away from them, looking at Dalia. She and the doctor both see the state I am currently in. “Here are your papers for release. I want to see you first thing in the morning before training. I start my rounds at three a.m.” She gives me a smile. “Take care of her Maximus, call us if you two need anything.”

She exits the room, and that’s when I notice she is still holding my hand. It's as if her wolf knows what I need in this moment. We both look down at our connection. I don’t dare move because as much as I need it to end, I sure as hell don’t want it to.

‘I can think of another connection I’d like.’ I hear her wolf whisper through a static line. My eyes go wide, and she jerks her hand away.

“I heard her again.” She gives me a nervous smile. I decided not to let her know her sneaky wolf left the link open on purpose. I nod as my eyes take in her matching disheveled look. Then my eyes zero in on her neck. I touch it, feeling my anger rise.

“Fuck.” I turn her head to examine her closely. My canines almost broke her skin.

“What is it?” She reaches for a mirror off the side table. She examines her neck and her eyes go wide.

“I’m sorry. I need to step out.” I rise and she grabs me.

“I played a part in that too. I didn’t stop you. I was so caught up-” I cut her off.

“You didn’t have the power to stop me. No one does. That’s the problem.” I grunt running my hands down my face.

“Explain.” She stares. I shake my head no. “Maximus! I seem to have a right to know!”

“Let’s get you out this hospital, okay? I need some air. Some food. Are you hungry?” I ramble scared of how much to tell her before she runs.

“I can eat.” She says and I have to be honest with her.

“Also, I can hear Zuri when she talks to you. You want me to be honest with you, right?” Her eyes go big then she frowns.

“Damn her, she is such a horn dog! Thank you. I’ll be sure to watch her.” She turns to the side chair that holds her clothes. I remain still. “You going to turn or something so I can get dressed?”

“Oh, damn. Sorry. Will you be okay alone, you want me to get a nurse. I can help if you like?” I give her an innocent smile. She smirks.

“Yeah, until we figure out what’s going on with you, I think less time seeing me undress, the better.” She teases as I grunt. Then her eyes go big. “You did it again. Your eyes went gold.”

I exhale and walk towards the door. This damn unknown species within me decides now to make another appearance. I prop the door open with my foot. Standing just outside but close enough in case she loses her balance.

“I‘ll be right here so I can listen for you.” I tell her. I have the best hearing probably on this hemisphere but I need to calm my third entity. He seems to be addicted to Dalia. Problem is, I don’t know if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.

400 years ago-

“My king, the royal decree has been made. The arrangements are in place. The union of the Sa’if coven and the of-Antioch coven are ready.” A bubbly assistant to my father Emperor Hasedie informs us. We are in the royal castle minutes away from the merging ceremony of our groups. I have been held to the highest of standards as my unknown species dwells within me. The witches claim I am of vampire. That is what my father is. My mother died giving birth to me. So, there is so much I don’t truly know about myself.

“Very well. We shall prepare. Son, head to your quarters for your attire.” My father tells me. He gives me a smile as the attendant leaves. He waves me back as he pours us two servings of spiced tea. We pour the imported milk and sugar into our tea. A luxury for the elite here. I toast him. He has always been a great father to me in spite of raising me with the help of the staff. That was until he mated to Sila, who bore him three children. All girls. They are my hearts, my little sisters.

“Son, I am so proud of you on today. You claim your other half. I can not wait to turn over this land to you. This province near Somalia will flourish under your leadership.” I smile, overcome with emotions. We drink the spiced liquid as it is one of our favorites.

Just then I hear the tiny feet of my sisters. Asha, Idil and Hawa all the same clone of one another. Triplets that look as beautiful as my stepmother already at the age of seven. She follows behind them.

“Sorry, the girls wanted to give you well wishes!” Sila smiles.

“Thank you, my beautiful sisters.” I bend down to hug them. They giggle disappearing into my massive arm span. “Thank you, father. I promise to make you proud.” I tell him as I leave for my quarters in our lavish castle.

Our union will combine two faiths that has never been allowed before. I enter my room and find movement. I draw my sword.

“Show yourself. Or die.” I grit between closed teeth.

“Please don’t Sire. It is only me.” From behind the dark panels of my bed is Zie, my future mate. Her beautiful fair skin and curls half pinned make me smile.

“You know we can’t see each other until the ceremony.” I warn my little minx. She is tall and slender but next to me she is still but a petite warrior princess.

“But I wanted to show you this.” She opens her robe showing she is naked. Goddess, I haven’t taken her and this is how she presents herself.

“Goddess…” I whisper as she struts towards me. “Now give me a sample so I know what I am to look forward to my future Emperor.” When she is within reach, I grab her hair pulling her in closer to me. I take her lips as my hands ravish her naked body. I pin her to the wall lining myself up with her. Taking her in one single thrust. Goddess she is perfection. I could live a thousand lives and never get used to this. Just then there is a banging on my door. I growl letting her down. “Take the back way out.” I whisper kissing her lips. I wipe off her virgin juices from my c**k and swing my door open.

“Who dares to beat on my door.” I demand and her lady in waiting Elsie steps back. She has a look of fear on her face.

“Sorry Sire! I was sent to look for Ms. Zie.” She all but whispers.

“She is not here. So, you better find her or it will be your head.” I threaten as she goes ashen with fear.

“Yes Sire! She bows running off in search for my devious future mate. Again, a knock at my door. I open it to find Jasper standing with a tray and drink.

“Jasper, I did not ask for this.” I inform him.

“It was a gift from the emperor. Your favorite. Timir cake.” He smiles uncovering the dense sweet cake with dates and a sweet sauce. I smile then look for my special assistant.

“Where is my royal taster?”

“I’m not sure sir.” Jasper replies.

“Then you get to try it. Go ahead.” I offer. He swallows and takes a bite of the cake. I wait a spell and see no reaction. We have to do this as murder is common with our period of time and the easiest way is through our food. Once he swalllows I bite it and savor it. Then I lift the cup of sweet nectar and wash it down.

“Thank you, Jasper, I look forward to having you on my team when my father retires.” He gives me a look of surprise.

“Really?” He all but whispers.

“Yes, my father has always spoken highly of you.” I should have paid more attention to his ashen face but I was too excited to wed and continue my honeymoon with Zie.

As the ceremony closes we join hands at the alter. I felt a little upset stomach but I knew it had to be nerves. The moon goddess set this up. I had no worries. As the two families and covens watched on I began to sweat.

“You may mark your mate.” I hear the Imam.

“Mate.” I hear my species speak in a deep voice. I take Zie in my arms sinking my teeth into her neck tasting her blood. My blood pressure spikes. I sink in deeper. As Zie begins to scream. I bite snapping her neck. Screams fill the castle courtyard. All war breaks out. I am being held down as I see Jasper slip away. The room spins as I watch my father, stepmother and sisters taken to the gallows to be killed. Our entire bloodline ends with me for my sins.