Chapter 4. His Unmarked Mate

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Aria's POV After the party, the maids dressed me up in a flimsy nightwear and a lace-trimmed camisole and matching panties. They styled my hair in loose, flowing waves, adding subtle hair accessories and adornment. I couldn't even move or speak. I felt numb and too shocked to process what was happening, my mind frozen on thoughts of my life which was being demolished to that of a breeder. As if that wasn't enough, he turned out to be my mate? My f*****g mate? No. The moon goddess must be joking or playing a cruel trick on me. The thought of it sent chills down my spine and I felt a surge of helplessness at being subjected to such fate “All done.” The lanky maid who was dressing me, whispered, a melancholic smile tugged at her lips. Her fingers cradled my cheek, eyes filled with sympathy as she spoke, “The Alpha is waiting for you,” Furious, I yanked my head away from her grip, my breath catching in my throat as I struggled to contain my emotions. “I won't be his breeder!” I blurted with a firm determination, my voice steady. “You have no choice, ma'am.” The maid said, her voice low and smooth, stirring up the rage in me. “The Alpha king has chosen you to be his breeder. You can't decide here. You'll bear his pups and… and that will be your life.” She added, her words devoid of comfort, but laced with warning. “I will never be his breeder! And don't decide my fate!” I snapped, getting on my feet, but they held me in place. The maid’s eyes widened in shock. “You can't go against the Alpha. It never ends well for anyone who chooses that path. The Alpha also subjected several ladies to this fate. What makes you think yours will be different?” I struggled in their grip, my eyes burning with flames. “That's because I'm not just any lady. I'm not going to be some breeding machine for him or his pack. I'd rather die trying to escape this fate than live a life without freedom. I'm an Alpha's daughter, not a breeder!” The door burst open, and two guards walked in with firm faces. “The Alpha needs her presence. You're ten seconds late.” My lips twitched as I sneered, "Not long? The Alpha's patience wears thin, does it? Ten seconds is apparently a death sentence. I'll just teleport to his room, no problem. After all, being summoned like a servant isn't demeaning at all," The guards shared a glance before turning to face me. “That's it!” They chorused as they reached out, their hands wrapping gently around my arms. “Don't you touch me!” I snapped at them, my voice laced with frustration. Being a warrior, I tried to shake off the guard's grip, but they held me firmly, their trained hands expertly maneuvering me towards the door. “Let go of me!” I yelled as I kicked the one on the left on the foot, causing him to wince. I was about to attack the other one when he swiftly pulled out a small vial and injected its contents into my arm. As my muscles weakened, my eyes went wide as I wondered what they must have done. The dose sapped my strength but not enough to render me completely unconscious. My mind remained foggy, but my awareness lingered. “What - what did you just do to me?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. The guard was silent for a while. And then he replied, “It's just a mild sedative to facilitate cooperation.” “What!” I gasped. As they half dragged me towards the Alpha's chamber, I felt my heart skip a beat. The door opened, and I walked in hesitantly, a knot forming in my stomach. The door closed with a loud thud, sealing my fate as I stood alone before the notorious Alpha Dean, the monster who needed me as his breeder. His lips curled into a mischievous smile. “Welcome.” He spoke, his voice low and menacing as it echoed in the stillness. I froze as the scent wafted towards me, a familiar and intoxicating aroma that caused my knees to buckle. I hated it. I hated the fact that it enveloped me and made me drawn to it like a moth to a flame. “My breeder..” The Alpha spoke as he rose to his feet, his eyes lingering on my cloth, which made me cringe, a flimsy nightgown that barely covered my hips and my cleavages. “I am not your breeder, and I'll never be yours!” I shot defiantly, but I felt my strength diminishing as a result of the sedative that was injected into my veins. "Your freedom is not yours to bargain," his deep voice rumbled, each word like a command as he strode closer. My body quaked, powerless beneath the weight of looming dread. He traced my cheek with a chilling gentleness, his breath ghosting over my skin as he leaned towards me. When his lips found my neck, his voice slipped into a whisper—velvety and precise, like the edge of a knife. "You are mine forever. That is all you shall ever be—a breeder." He declared, his words sending chills down my spine. With a swift movement, he tore my nightgown, his eyes lavishing my nudity with a hint of amusement. “Don't do this..” My voice dropped to a plea, to my own surprise. He smirked, and I hated it. I hated the fact that I had to beg, but I'm certain he won't even regard my desperation, let alone grant me mercy. As I reached for my groin area, he swatted my hand away, wanting to have a good look at it. The chilled air came in contact with my skin, my skin prickling with goosebumps. A gasp escaped my lips when he plucked a finger in. “You belong to me, Aria. Every part of you,” he whispered as he thrusted slowly with his fingers. I didn't move, didn't react, didn't even show a sign of emotion. My face was a mask of emotions as I stood frozen. His lips twitched as I tore my gaze away from him in annoyance. Terror gripped me as he lifted me off the floor, carrying me towards the massive bed like I weighed nothing. I struggled in his grasp, not wanting any of this, but my efforts were futile. He was way stronger than me, plus the sedative was still coursing through my veins, rendering me useless. As he dropped me on the bed, his lips crashed onto mine – hard, punishing, stealing the breath from my lungs. When he was done, he fondled my t**s, while I sucked in a sharp breath, my skin prickling with shock and humiliation.. This isn't what I wanted. This was not the life I expected. “Mate..” he whispered, pushing a strand of my hair behind. My breath hitched to a stop, eyes wide with realization. So he knew. He knew he was my mate, and yet, he subjected me to a breeder? His lips grazed my neck, making me whimper. My eyes, which burned with tears, now darkened with rage, “I am not your mate!” I shot out in clear denial. “Oh,” he mumbled, amused. “You can't deny it, Aria. I can practically feel the mate bond to you. Why else do you think I chose you as my breeder? Because you'll be able to give me what I need–An heir.” With that, he swung me around and made me kneel. Mounting behind me, he wrapped his hand around his erect c**k before holding my waist tightly. “Please don't do this..” I implored, my body shuddering. As he leaned towards me, he whispered, “I have no intention of marking you. Just bear my pups. That's all I need from you.” Those words irked me, stirring up the rage in me. My eyes watered as I asked, “Is that all I'm good for in your eyes? A breeder?” He didn't respond. His silence spoke volumes. Furious, I yelled, “Then reject me instead of trying to manipulate me into being a surrogate mother for your offspring! If you're not interested in me as a mate, then perhaps we have no business together." He fisted his hand into my hair and brought me to face him. “You don't get to dictate the terms of our relationship or my desires.” “Then I have no choice but to reject you. I, Aria Pendragon, reject you, Alpha Dean Nikolai, as my mate..” My words spilled out raw, furious but empty. Nothing happened. He only smirked and fisted his hand in my hair before yanking it backwards. “Never! I will never accept your rejection!” he growled, his voice resolute. A scream tore through my lips as he entered me with one full thrust. The scent of my blood lingered as he penetrated me, but he didn't even care. All he cared about was pumping into me, knotting me and releasing his seed into me. “Argh! Please… don't do this.” I cried out, my body crashing against the bed. He placed his hand under my waist and pulled me towards him before thrusting forcefully into me. “You're mine, Aria, accept your fate as my breeder. You can't escape from me because I'll always find you,” he grunted as he pumped harder, not a single care in the world. I gnashed my teeth as I swatted his firm hands, which were on me, but he growled in warning. He paused his movement and began rocking his hips against mine, going to the hilt inside of me. A scream tore from my lips as he f****d me harshly, his knot growing bigger inside me. He circled my long, slim neck with his hand before burying his face in the crook, inhaling my scent. My entrance stretched to accommodate him as he pushed in once more, his pounds and thrusts getting heavier. After a while, my cries faded, and all I did was remain in position, taking everything I could receive. The only sounds piercing the silence were my grunts and slaps of skin against skin. He held my hands to the bed, ensuring I was trapped. My tears soaked the pillows, and I gasped with each powerful thrust. And then, I felt the hotness of his seed in me. He grunted once again as his c*m spurted into me, and he exhaled in satisfaction. As he grazed my neck once again, he bit his lips, resisting his urge to mark me. When he was done, he rolled to the other side of the bed and growled, “Leave!” My body trembled like a leaf as I hurried down the bed. I slid into my dress and darted off, feeling completely humiliated and furious. As weeks passed by, Dean went on several wars and whenever he returned, he requested my presence. Most times, I struggle with the guards when they take me to him, but I've learned to go quietly, reserved to my fate. After dinner one evening, I walked across the empty corridors to see my mom and sister. The sounds of laughter and giggles caught my attention. My heart twisted into knots when I saw Alpha Dean dining with Lydia, his concubine. I felt a pang of jealousy, but then I pushed it off. I must have been foolish, thinking I meant anything to him. Swallowing the lump in my throat, I tore my gaze from them. As I took a step forward, I felt my vision narrowed as everywhere began to spin. Before I could process what was happening, I fell to the ground with darkness blanketing my vision. “Get her up!” someone barked, but their voices were distant, fading into the darkness that enveloped me.. Later that night, my eyes fluttered. Two maids sat beside me with a trace of happiness in their eyes “Wh- what happened?” I asked in a stutter, my voice barely audible. The one sitting beside me stroked my cheek gently and replied, “You were unconscious a while ago. I'm glad you' re okay, including the baby.” “Baby? What - what do you mean?” I asked, eyes going wide. “You're pregnant,” She dropped the bombshell, and I felt bile rise up my throat. Pregnant?
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