Chapter 21: The Alpha King's Torment (Elara's POV) The afternoon light filled our quarters as Rhys and I remained entangled on the leather couch. My blouse hung loose, its collar fallen open to reveal my curves and rosy n*****s. Each time Rhys moved within me, my entire body felt both pleasure and numbness. "You're beautiful," he whispered against my ear, his breath hot on my skin. His amber eyes had darkened with desire. This was different from our first night—more deliberate, more passionate. Emma, my wolf, purred with satisfaction within me, content with our mate's attentions. "Our mate is strong," she whispered in my mind. "He will give us strong pups." I blushed at my wolf's thoughts, still adjusting to her more primal instincts. Last night had been traditional. Today we

