The Gifted Who Was Rejected

CHAPTER 1

ANAYA

"Ah... Anaya."

My name felt like honey through his lips, as I laid underneath his sweaty hunky frame, staring passionately at his charm.

His hard c**k rode deeper into my body, forcing the sound of pleasure to escape my lips without notice.

When he pushed in harder again—his hand grabbing me by the hair really tight, as he panted hungrily like his world depended on me, "DANTE!" I moaned out his name loudly, my head almost falling back, feeling him hitting my sweet spot.

That's when I caught his glowing red eyes staring at me with so much love buried within.

"I love it when you call my name. You're so sweet," he whispered with a killer smile, snatching my lips into a deep long kiss.

His words bloomed my heart, causing tears to flow to the side of my eyes.

It's not the first time he has said those sweet words to my face. More than ten to twenty times... I can't even count it.

Whenever Alpha Dante needed someone to comfort him, to keep him company, to make him whole and take away his loneliness, I am the one he sends for.

It's always my name he sings to the servants, demanding my presence like he's going to die if I don't come.

And when I'm finally standing before him, he doesn't hesitate to pull me into his warm embrace, kissing down on my neck ravenously while saying those magic words that stir my world around.

A cry viewed by the people as a call for a slut.

No one believes Dante has desires for someone like me. They accused me of forcing my body on him, so he can't find himself a good mate.

No matter how I try to clear my name, they always end up with the conclusion that I'm a filthy w***e.

"If the Alpha ever chooses this tramp as our Luna, then I'll know the Goddess doesn't exist," I once heard a maid badmouthing me, secretly rolling her eyes in my direction.

But I paid no attention to these hurtful words.

Dante loves me.

Only I know this.

"I've missed you, Anaya. I've missed you so much," he would hum into my ears, pulling me into bed at once.

And before I know it, he's in between my legs, sliding in and out of me like he owns my inside.

Yes, he owns me.

My temple, my body... It all belongs to him.

He's the one the Goddess wants me to be with.

He's my love, my true mate.

I noticed this sign from the first day we met, three months ago. It was a colorful and beautiful night, filled with celebrations all around.

I was just minding my own business, watching the fun when Dante appeared right next to me, offering to dance with me.

I wanted to say no, but he didn't give me the chance to reject him. He swooped me off my feet and just like that, I was locking eyes with this stranger at the center of the square, soaking in his warm sweet presence.

I don't know how he did it, but he got to me.

His body triggered my horny side after so many efforts to keep it under control.

Before the celebration could come to an end, I lured Dante into the woods and gave him his first taste of my body.

It was meant to be our first and last time, but I was wrong.

Dante found me and made my every day his every day.

He showed me love beyond imagination, giving me the peace I always wanted.

Since then, I've been dying and craving to give my Alpha the go-ahead to mark me, to make me his one and only.

His love for me is genuine. He deserves to be my mate, because I love him so much.

Later, after we were done, I came out of the bathroom all cleaned up, admiring Dante who was still in bed, waiting for me.

I thought we were going for another round, but he hurriedly got to his feet and said, "The party will start soon. We need to get ready."

"Party? What's the special occasion tonight?" I asked curiously, running my hand across my chest seductively.

Instead of giving me a reply, Dante just smiled and said, "Get ready." Then he went into the bathroom.

I concluded it was one of those parties he always threw as an Alpha, and decided to get dressed.

That's when something in Dante's suit caught my attention instantly.

His suit was hanging next to my dress, and there was something glittering inside the pocket.

Curious to know what it was, I reached inside and pulled it out. Only for my jaw to drop when I saw what it was!

"A ring?" I gasped, admiring the diamond!

This wasn't just any ring. It was an engagement ring!

My whole body shivered as the thought of this party came to mind.

"Is he planning to propose to me tonight? Is that why he wants us to get ready quickly?" My face glowed with a joyful smile.

I couldn't believe this was happening already.

"My Dante. You organized this party just for me?" My eyes came welling with tears. I was emotional.

Not wanting his surprise to go down the drain, I decided to act unaware and keep all reactions for the party.

I couldn't wait.

.

The party had begun, and the mansion was filled.

Alpha Dante and I couldn't stay close because he had to be with the elders, welcoming important guests who came to this grand event.

From Alphas to Lunas, to wolves of high class... Dante's really going all out on this surprise.

I made sure I wasn't far away from him, so that when it's time, he won't have a hard time searching for me.

But most of the guests that stood in my path—those that recognized me—threw me nasty glares from different corners, almost sending me away.

But I refused to let their pressure get to me. This party is for me and my lovely Alpha.

And as I anticipated, it was time!

Dante called everyone's attention to him, as he stood at the center, thanking them for coming to his party.

"I am so happy to see this large number today. It's exactly how I hoped it'd be, to prove my undying love and loyalty to the one whose name and presence are the reason for tonight's gathering," he spoke romantically, making my heart swell with love.

"The reason behind my joy, my happiness, my excitement," he smiled, looking in my direction.

I could feel my heart racing fast, as I prepared myself for his announcement, trying hard not to explode.

"The woman who didn't look away when I professed my undying love to her. My love, my true mate."

"Dante," I called his name softly and deeply, feeling tears welling in my eyes. No one heard me.

"The woman who's going to be my Luna and partner till the end. And that's..." he stretched out his hand, waiting for me to step forward in front of this crowd and claim my place!

"Yes, this is it! It's finally happening!" I screamed in my head, ready to take my move when suddenly...

"My beautiful Linda," Dante revealed, mentioning another woman's name!

My whole body froze in shock.

"Did I hear him right? No, I must have misheard that. He said Anaya. He said my name!"

That's when a lady dressed in a glowing white gown walked past me from behind, with her shoulder brushing me out of her way, approaching Dante with her head held high!

She looked like an angel who just descended from heaven, stealing everyone's heart in one gaze, as they all bowed to this woman!

"What's happening?!" That question tormented me, as I watched my Alpha take hold of this woman's hand, going down on one knee!

Before all, he proposed to her, saying, "Linda, the Gifted One. Will you make me the happiest Alpha and be my mate?"

Gifted One? What's he talking about?

The lady smiled like some goddess and said, "I, Linda, gifted and blessed by the Goddess, accept to be your mate, for you have not just found favor in my sight, but in the eyes of heaven."

Her acceptance sent all the guests cheering for the latest couple.

"Gifted?" That word struck me hard, making me understand exactly what was going on.

The rumors of the damsel being gifted with special powers from the Goddess, wanted by many Alphas far and near... She's claiming to be the one?

"Dante, you." I stared at him bitterly, as he joyfully slipped the ring around Linda's finger.

He got to his feet and embraced his newfound love. And amidst this painful moment, our eyes met.

He looked into my eyes with no remorse, no care.

My heart was ripping into a million pieces.

I needed to know if this is a joke.

A lie!

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"HOW COULD YOU?!" I roared at Dante, slamming my fists against his chest!

I had secretly followed him out of the party to a private corner, venting my frustrations at him.

"I THOUGHT YOU LOVED ME? I GAVE YOU MY LIFE!!" I shouted, aiming to slap him hard across the face.

But he swiftly caught my wrist and roared, "ENOUGH!" Slamming my back into the wall!

For the first time ever, Dante yelled at me. Those red wolf eyes that once had love, now had nothing but hate for me.

Bruised deeply, I called, "Dante."

"Never utter my name from that slutty mouth of yours again. It's Alpha Dante!" he corrected harshly, leaving me shocked.

"You really thought a man like me would make a w***e like yourself my mate? Do I look like a fool who would let someone like you be my mate?!"

An evil smile crawled across his face, as his true colors finally came into the open.

"Oh, Anaya. I never loved you. No..." he caressed my face, feeling no remorse over my pain.

"You were just my bed warmer, running to satisfy my needs like a dog."

My face arched with disbelief. How could I have been so foolish?

"The Goddess can never make a man of my level end up with a filth like you. She knew my body deserved something pure, that's why she gave me her chosen one, Linda," he smiled devilishly, pushing my head back.

I was crushed deeply, listening to his words, as he praised his new mate and shared his plans for her.

"Once I unlock her wolf, she will have no choice but to release all her divine powers into my life. And you think I'd miss such an opportunity to spend the rest of my years with a wolfless w***e like you? No... To hell with you and your filthy love, Anaya," he cursed, chuckling.

I stared in horror, realizing how wrong I was about him.

It was all an act.

He used me.