The Cursed Alpha and his mate

Dangerous encounter

Mine," He whispered, i could feel his warm breath gently caressing my ear.

I shivered, I couldn't control my racing heart. It sound strange to me as no one had ever refer me as a mate before.

"How can it be?" I suddenly asked him, my voir et 1ce was barely audible, I was afraid to break the spell.

He locked his eyes onto mine, I could see it burning with intensity.

"You bear the mark," he said, he trace the crescent moon shape on my left shoulder with his finger.

I flinched, the memories of my past rejections flooding back into my poor mind. I could remember many who had called me their mate, but only to reject the bond later, I don't want to suffer the same pains ever again.

"Don't say that," I warned, I stepped little back away from him, my eyes were already welled up with tears. "Don't call me something I'm not." I protested.

But to my utmost surprise his expression became softened, his brows looked furrowed.

"Why do you doubt it?" he asked, his deep voice this time became gentle.

"Because I've heard it before," I said, my voice cracking. "Many times. And each time, they left."

His eyes narrowed, I could see a subtle tension building in his jaw.

"I won't leave like others," he vowed, his words were dripping with conviction.

But I couldn't tell if I should believe him or not. or if I should have a hope in his words but i know for sure that hope was a cruel mistress. I clearly studied his face, i was searching if i could see a signs of deception. But his eyes seemed sincere, but so had the others.

"Who are you?" I asked suddenly.I watched his lips curled into a hint of a smile before he finally speaks out.

"I am Asher Ryan, Alpha of the Nightshade Pack."

My breath caught. Nightshade Pack? I haven't heard of them before.

"And you, Eleanor Riley, I will take you as my mate."

I felt butterfly for the first time in my stomach, but I quickly call myself to caution. I can't get my hope up, i know he's not from here. Because if he's from here he won't want to have anything to do with me.

"Don't say that," I repeated, my voice remained firm. "Not until you're certain." I spat.

His expression instantly turned enigmatic.

"I am certain," he said, his voice became low and husky. “and I wll prove it to you."

His words sent shivers down my spine. I don't know if I could I trust him or not, if he would be like the others and crush my heart as well?

"I don't have a wolf to confirm if what you're saying is true," I said, my voice was laced with skepticism.

He raised an eyebrow and looked into me, he spoke out.

"You don't need your wolf to confirm our bond," he said, his gaze piercing. "But I can sense your wolf. She's fierce, loyal, and hidden deep within you."

I shook my head, incredulous. "How can you sense her?"

Asher's eyes crinkled at the corners. "Because she's connected to me now. I can feel her energy, her emotions. She's now drawn to me, just as I'm now drawn to you."

I felt a shiver run down my spine. "Describe her," I challenged him to confirm if what he is saying is true or not.

His smile was slow and sensual before continue speaking. "Your wolf is a sleek, silver-coated female with piercing green eyes. She's small but deadly, with a sharp mind and a loyal heart."

I gasped, I was stunned. How did he know?

He grazed my cheek with his fingers, they were sending sparks through my skin.

"You're beautiful, Eleanor," he whispered again. "Inside and out."

He touched me and the touch ignited a fire within me. I couldn't resist the touch.

"Please," I whispered silently, I was unsure of what I was asking for.

His eyes became darkened. "Please, what?" he teased, his lips inches from mine.

I swallowed hard. "Claim me." I didn't know when it slipped my lips.

Asher's face became softened and his expression tender. "I won't claim you out of pity," he said. "But I will claim you because I want you, Eleanor. All about you. " His lips brushed against mine, and gave me a gentle kiss. I tensed, I was unsure on how to respond.

But Asher's kiss was like a warm breeze on a summer day, they were soothing and comforting.

My lips parted, inviting him deeper. Asher's tongue suddenly stroked mine, it was sending shivers down my spine. This is my first time kissing a man. His kiss was slow, and gentle, which was building heat and tension in me.

I felt my resistance melting away, they were replaced by a deep longing for more of him. For the first time in my life, I felt wanted. Asher's hands then cradled my face, his thumbs traced my jawline.

"Mine," he whispered slowly again,I nodded, surrendering totally to him.

Yes, I was his.

At least, I have one thing in mind to get claim tonight and free from perishing.if I got claimed, I might escape the Moon Goddess's wrath and escape being perished. Asher's lips start devouring mine, his tongue stroking mine with a sensual rhythm. He lifted me gently from where I was standing onto the nearby table, his hands grasping my hips.

He used his hand to ride my skirt up , and his fingers traced the edge of my panties. "Ahh," I moaned, my voice trembling.

His eyes were locked onto mine, they were burning with desire. "Beg me," he whispered, he used his fingers to tease my skin and slowly stroked it inside.

My cheeks flushed, but I couldn't resist. "Please," I begged, I didn't know when my voice betray me.

Asher's smile was wicked. “Say it again," he demanded from me.

"Please, Asher," I whispered, my hands grasping his shoulders.

"Please, what?" he teased.

"Please, make me yours," I begged, I couldn't get hold of myself anymore.

Asher's eyes flashed with triumph. "c*m for me," he commanded me.

His fingers stroked deeper inside me, and I felt the rush of adrenaline. "I'm coming," I whispered.

Asher's face tensed, his jaw clenched. As my orgasm subsided, Asher removed his boxer. He locked eyes with mine, and with precaution he slid into me. I gasped, I adjusted my body to his. He started going in and out of me.

I felt the rush of pleasure, the thrill of being claimed. Kael's pace quickened, his breathing ragged.

"I'm coming," he suddenly said, his voice was strained.

He released inside me, his body was shuddering. After on he rested on me, I then felt a sense of completeness.

A smile spread across my face, and I wrapped my arms around him. "Mine," I said, Kael's eyes softened, his gaze filled with adoration. He brushed a strand of hair behind my ear.

"You're mine now," he whispered into my ears. I nodded. For the first time in my life, I felt like a woman. I didn’t feel as a rejected, cursed Lunar, people normally called me, but a claimed, loved mate and i was happy. I thought about the reactions of those who'd rejected me. How they'd soon learn I'd found my true mate. I planned to spread the news of my wolf's existence. I will neither fear nor hide anymore. I was tired and needed some rest before joining others in the celebration. A gentle smile played on my lips as I drifted into sleep.

Not long, I woke up disoriented after a short rest. I was alone nakedly on the table. "Eleanor?" I called out, my voice trembling. But I was met with Silence. I was panicking, my heart was racing like a wild animal.

I scrambled off the table, my bare feet slapping against the cold floor. My eyes scanned the room, but Eleanor was nowhere to be found.

Fear clawed at my chest, making my breath come in short gasps. Suddenly I could hear the Footsteps of people echoing outside, and it was growing louder.

The door suddenly swung open, and the pack members flooded in. bn Their faces twisted in hostility.I stepped back, hitting the wall.

My hands trembled. "What do you want?" I asked.

Their eyes seemed to bore into me. with anger. One of them comes forward, point at me..

"We've been looking for you," he snarled."You're a threat to our pack."

I stood taller. But my legs trembled.

"I'm not a threat," I protested. But they didn't listen. In unison, they marched towards me..

"You're the cursed one," the burly man spat, his lip curling in disgust.

"The rejected Lunar Born," another pack member sneered, eyes narrowing.

"You haven't been mated," a third one spat, face twisted in contempt. "No pack house wants you. "

"You're a liability, we can't keep you here. We'll take you to the Shadowood Forest." He said loudly.

My heart sank, and fear clawed at my chest.

"We can't let you stay here with us because when the moon Goddess descends her wrath on you we can't let it affect the pack."

I shook my head, determination etched on my face. "You don't understand," I protested, my voice firm.

"I've found my mate." I said loudly and proudly. The pack members exchanged skeptical glances.

"Who?" one of them asked i disblief as his voice was laced with doubt.

"Asher," I said, standing taller and firm. Their expressions looked changed, from skepticism to confusion.

"Who's Asher?" the burly man asked suddenly ,his eyes squinting.

But I stood firm. "My mate."

Their faces became hardened, and I could see a flash of anger. "Liar," another man spat with his bared teeth.

"I'm not lying," I protested again, my voice was shaking with desperation. "He was here just now."

I started calling out his name. "Asher! Asher!"

But only silence answered me.

The pack's Alpha, Ryan, suddenly entered the room. "No one's here except you," he said, his voice dripping with disdain. "You've been alone since you arrived inside the hall."

I felt a cold sweat trickle down my spine as the pack members closed in. "We'll banish you," Alpha Ryan finally declared, his face became hardened. "To the Shadowwood Forest."

Fear clawed at my chest, my eyes became widening in horror. I have heard and read alot about Shadowwood Forest, it was rumored to be dark and treacherous, and a home to the ruthless Alpha, Malakai Darkshadow. A man who kill without mercy and which no one has met.

The burly man sneered, his lip curling. "It's just a few hours until full moon." The pack members exchanged nervous glances, their faces pale. I could tell they were really scared, they didn't know if the prophecy was real of the moon goddess punishment.

"When the Moon Goddess's wrath descends," the Alpha said, his voice cold, "it won't affect us.". They were filled with contempt and relief.

I stood alone, vulnerable, and abandoned. The Alpha's gaze lingered on me, his expression remained unyielding, it remained fixing on me.

Tears prick at the corners of my eyes. I stumbled backward , my mind was reeling. What was happening? Was I losing my grip on reality? Did Asher truly exist? Or was he just a figment of my desperate imagination?

The memory of our passionate encounter flooded my thoughts. The man who held me, kissed me, claimed me., Who was he, if not Asher? I panicked as the pack members forcefully dragged me outside.

"Please!" I pleaded, my voice was cracking.

"Don't do this!" I hurriedly grasped at Ryan's arms, I was begging him desperately.

"Have mercy!". They all remained unyielding. Their faces were hardened and their eyes were cold. They were concerned about their own survival. I was dragged on the floor till we reached the forest's edge, and they tossed me forward. I stumbled, tripping over roots.

"No!" I screamed, scrambling to my feet. But they were already pushing me deeper into the forest. I was forcefully pushed inside the dark, ominous, threatening forest alone.

As I stumbled further into the forest, the darkness swallowed me whole. Suddenly, a branch snapped behind me. I spun around in fear. I saw a figure of someone emerging from the shadows. He was tall and looked huge, his eyes glowing in the dark.