I was deaf to his words.

My mind is incapable of acknowledging anything he asserts.

Who is he to use the term "mate" when he has destroyed the lives of true fated mates? Each phrase that he utters is a complete curse!

How heinous.

Then it dawned on me what we were doing. I became conscious immediately, and it seemed as if I had been scorched on his flesh. I pushed him hard and successfully for the first time.

I fell into the water and we exchanged glances. I was the only one tense amongst the two of us, while he was completely cool.

The more I see his flaming eyes, the angrier I become over Archer's demise.

"If you could only see your reflection in a mirror... What a pitiful sight." He murmured mockingly, even shaking his head.

I felt terror for the first time again when the water rushed as he drew closer to me. My body grew tight, as if I were wrapped in ice, as a result of my refusal to break.

"Take a look at those seductive eyes. They look scared but scary because it ends up looking like it can brutally murder me— ”

"I could!"

I never allow him to complete his sentence. My canine tooth had already shown, so did my sharp nails.

"It's scary," he lifted his hand as if surrendering. His face remained expressionless.

I am even more furious as a response to the disdain he is now showing me.

"Don't mock me!"

"It appears as though you have not been informed who the gentleman in front of you is now?" He took a step forward without removing his gazes that were already visiting my soul.

“Don’t come near me!” I snarl incessantly.

I knew he wouldn't fear me since he was strong enough to break me off with one hand without my flinch. I began by gently closing my eyes and inhaling deeply. If I have yet to exact the vengeance I desire, it is preferable that no one benefits me.

If it’s not Archer, I don’t want it.

My sharp nails were put to my neck.

"Agh..." When I felt the cocoon of my index fingernail on my neck, I murmured faintly.

"What do you think you're doing, woman?" His tone of speech remained unchanged. There is nothing there to be heard.

Calling me mate yet not even trace of worry.

Why?

Why am I feeling disappointed? Why this heart is thumping like crazy? Is it fear for him? Or...

I shook my head when something came into my mind.

"You dare to ask what am I doing?" I smirked. "Don't mind this impudent lady, my Lord---!"

I didn't continue my sentence because another wave of water went by and some droplet of it got into my eyes, which is why I closed them.

I rotated my eyes swiftly to focus on the man in front of me.

However, as I opened my eyes, I came dangerously close to sticking my long nails into him. My eyes also widened as I realized that the two of us were just a handful away.

"Those are deadly," he muttered in my ear, bringing his lips up to my earlobe to lick it. "As I already made clear, it was a godsend that I caught you, so why are you still trying to evade my grasp?"

I sought to withdraw my hand but was unable to do so due to the strength of his hold, despite the fact that he was using just one hand. One of his hands is already around my waist, attempting to draw me in closer.

"Release me!" I struggle, but the water simply spits out.

"You appear to be quite at ease in my company. Is it still necessary for me to introduce myself?" He yanked my waist hard enough that my body collided with his chest.

I'm frozen because I'm afraid of being taken away by my body's heat once more.

"I never imagined I'd have to reintroduce myself after declaring myself Lycan King." I felt his soft lips brush against mine as he whispered that word.

My body had no reaction to what he did. My inner wolf is reviving.

"With each minute I spend with you, you grow more intriguing," he said as I swallowed the kiss.

Why? Why am I submitting to him?

"I will tell you this only once. I am Logan McAdam. The King of the Lycans and Alphas, I have owned you since you entered my domain. And regardless of what you do, you will not be able to escape your fate." I felt as if I were intoxicated when he knelt in front of me. "I do not kneel for others; others do, but for you..."

He licked my abdomen all the way down to my most sensitive area. He spread my legs and stood poised to devour me once more.

When I closed my eyes, a flash of the dead Archer flashed into my mind.

That is all I have left to cling to.

I quickly shifted from being a wolf and attacked Logan without hesitation.

Unfortunately, he bolted and retreated before I could strike him.

When I peered at him, I realized he was gasping for air and had a small amount of blood coming from a scar on his face. Oh. I struck him.

The door abruptly opened as blood fell from his cheek into the water.

When I returned my gaze to the person who had arrived, I hurriedly diverted my gaze.

A woman without any clothes.

What sort of prank is this?

"You have finally arrived. I assumed we could enjoy these three, but it appears that I was mistaken."

Logan's statement drew my eyes away from him. What is he aiming to convey? What do the three of us take pleasure in?

The woman stayed silent and bowed. I was taken aback.

"Do not be surprised, lady." He had risen above the surface of the water and was no longer submerged. He reached the woman and placed his hand on her shoulder. "She is my concubine, but if you so desire, I will dispose of them all for you."

Pathetic. We are not objects.

"You are completely insane."

"Are you serious? You want to include me in your collections?" I, too, emerged from the water and reverted to human shape. I shifted my attention to the woman who remained mute. I couldn't care less whether she's still nude.

"You? Why don't you adhere to what he wishes?" I locked my focus on the woman.

Logan, on the other hand, walked away from her. He approached me, and I took a step back. I am aware that I have no means of escape, but if I just let him do as he pleases, he will believe much more that he can soon apprehend me.

When he reached me, he positioned his legs in the center of my cut, which prompted me to look up. I'm beginning to shake once again and. How did I find myself in this predicament?

“Don’t make me laugh. It is not in my nature to coerce others who differ with me. Did you catch that I invaded your territory despite the fact that you are the lone pack that refuses to join my leadership? I didn't, right?" He raised my chin and stared me squarely in the eyes.

Each time he looked at me, I felt as if I were whisked to another realm. It fascinates me.

"I could never do such a thing to them." He pressed his knee even more firmly on my vagina, forcing it into my clitoris.

"Ughh .." I clutched his arm as my knee became numb. My tongue was severely bitten.

"Look at you whimpering given the fact that I'm doing nothing," I could feel his breath on my cheek. "Can what I'm about to do be classified as a threat of force?"

“Don’t be ridiculous!”

He stepped away from me after I groaned.

When I lost his warm hand that was battling the chill I was experiencing, I wished I could hold his hand again and implore him to return the warmth I was having.

I saw him descend into the water again. He leaned against the side and spread his arms. He stared at me with his familiar expression. When he shifted his head away from me, he focused his attention on the woman.

With a single gaze, the lady sank into the water.

The woman sat next to him, clutching a handkerchief. She took Logan's arm in her hands and began wiping it.

There was some discomfort in my chest as I considered the possibility that he had committed this act just for my benefit. I got it wrong.

“You’re so good with it, Mary,” he praised her.

I turned my back on them and headed to the door when I could no longer take what I saw. I'd rather shelter myself in the place where he first locked me than see what they do.

However, I had not quite walked out of the door when two soldiers stopped me. They obstructed my route, and I glanced at Logan, who was now staring at me.

"What is this?" I was powerless to prevent my detonation.

"Guards?" He was instantly snarky in response to my question.

"I'm not blind to see what they are, what are they doing here?" I switched my attention to the guards, who were suddenly not listening.

"What do you think?"

When I felt his voice on my neck, I instantly stepped and shivered. It seemed as if he was drawing a knife, and my hair stood on edge.

I did not respond to his inquiry.

"Lock up in my room and deny her food so she lacks the strength to flee. Even if she begs, do not open the door. Await my arrival." He shoved me in the direction of the guard.

“What do you think you are doing? You cannot imprison me at your leisure!" I strained with their shoulders, and thankfully, I was stronger than they were, as I immediately knocked them out the door.

"You are welcome to remain here. It's preferable if you stay here since you won't be weary and all you have to do is open your legs."

I could no longer resist the loud smack I delivered him as a result of what he said.

He cocked his head in response to what I did.

I saw the woman standing where she was and marched rapidly towards me. I observed her fang and nails were quickly released.

She appeared in front of me for a second and attempted to assault me, but I dodged.

Fuck. It's almost.

"How audacious of you! You're behaving rashly only because the Lycan king is fond of you!" Each time the phrase was spoken, there was an obvious bitterness.

"... It is not my fault that your Lycan king favors me!" I desired to inform her of this, but I refrained.

However, what occurred next surprised me.

Mary was suddenly in the air, Logan's paw on her neck. I observed the woman struggling for air. On the other hand, I was motionless.

"How dare you infringe on my property? What if you cause her harm?"

I just stared at Logan's face, like if his other identity had freed me.

"F-forgive... Ackk... me." Mary was dumbfounded as she yanked herself away from Logan's grasp.

"Do you believe that sorry can bring everything back when you hurt her?"

As a result of what he claimed, I examined his cheek, which was now free of wounds.

Because I assume it is my fault for the uproar now, I've snatched Logan's hand away.

And amid the weird sensation I had just felt, the wolf within me went silent. When I touched Logan, he did not become furious, and I saw a second shift in its face.

I cannot remain in this place; if I do, much worse calamities will follow.

"That's enough." That concludes my remarks.

And I couldn't control my emotions as he escorted me out of the bathroom after releasing Mary.

I'm not sure what awaits me during my stay here.

He yanked my hand away from me, as I had no idea where we were heading. I simply nodded and lowered my head, counting the steps we had traveled. However, as we proceeded, the carpet remained in my line of sight.

I raised my head to look at him as he came to a halt.

As soon as I raised my eyes, I noticed he was waiting for me, his eyes filled with affection. Despite his kind and comforting eyes, I have no idea what lies underneath them.

I examined the area in front of us and spotted a wide door that I believe led to his bedroom. He did not talk, but he unlocked the door and guided me inside smoothly.

As soon as the door shut, he snatched me up with a kiss, like a ravenous lion. He propped me up against the back of the door and raised one of my legs to his waist. His arm was securely wrapped around my hips, as if he was about to announce that I was his.

I did not return his embraces and let him be the only one who stirred. However, no matter how hard I tried to resist opening my lips, I couldn't help groaning as he squeezed my nipple.

'Ngh...'

That was why his tongue invaded my mouth.

"Do not oppose me." He placed one of my hands on his shoulder.

Due to my pride, I believed that holding him was simply asking for support. Even though I was still clothed, I could feel his heated body trying to manipulate me and turn me into a slave.

When the two of us became tense, a knock from behind me brought us to a halt. Like a reaction, I pushed him hard while still adjusting my wet clothing. It felt as if someone had thrown cold water on me, and all I wanted to do was throw myself someplace.

It was an act of treachery on Archer's part.

"Pardon me for burdening you, my Lord, but I wanted to notify you that the three dukes have arrived. They're keen on seeing you," I overheard a woman's voice outside.

On the other hand, Logan tousled his hair, as if repulsed. He never took his attention away from me. His eyes clouded. I stepped out of his way and gave him room.

"Gaia, advise them that they must wait for me. Moreover, don't forget to mention that the following time, they should send a prior notice if they intend to visit Buckingham Palace! Do not take me at their whim!" His voice grew frightening. It exudes authority.

"D-Definitely, Your Majesty."

"You can leave."

When he declared his approval. I heard the woman he called Gaia took rapid steps, as if frightened.

He is not lying when he claims everyone admires him since he is the Lycan king.

As I turned my back on him, I observed his eyes were fixed on me. I had lost track of what was going to happen to me next. I'm concerned as to what the Shadow pack was thinking in the absence of news that the Lycan king had not yet perished.

“I shall have my leave now. Keep an eye out for the person who will arrive and give you the garments."

Despite the fact that I was not facing him, I simply nodded. Where is he going to dress? Will he return to the bathroom to find Mary?

When the surroundings grew silent, I assumed he had exited and I had just missed him due to the depth of my thoughts.

When I was about to confront something, I felt a hand on my face; the next thing I felt was a kiss on my neck and the loud sound that indicated a kiss mark was being left.

"As I have emphasized, you are mine. I can hear your unhappiness in your heart. I can't mark you with my fang without your permission.”

I was taken aback by what had occurred.

“But that marking can tell that you are the only one to me. You belong to my bed. To my arms. And next to the Lycan king. Avoid hiding that mark."

Logan Point of view

I've heard the laughing men assemble whenever there is a conflict amongst the rogues. The assaulting opponents have been reduced to several packs during the last few years.

However, the Shadow pack was the only pack that stayed unarmed to me by force. I'm not sure why they refused to join my leadership since I was formerly acquainted with their Alphas.

One who was there was Archer Poer. At the time, he was one of my closest pals. However, the realm of battle is distinct due to the presence of werewolves and rogues. Others believe it's a straightforward exchange of scars, but what they don't realize is that the rogue has already sold their souls for the power they want.

I assumed at the time that Archer would be the Shadow pack's Alpha king, and we agreed that if that occurred, he would join my alliance, since I had no choice but to defend all the packs.

Nevertheless, the other wolves had a different perception of my true motivation; they believed I desired power and hence committed all of these acts.

I was just one of those who experienced the tyranny of a high rank back then, so I have my resolve about the matter.

If I have control of those abusive wolves, no one will hurt.

Still, I believe Archer will continue to lead. Rather than that, he just gave it to his cousin Hugo Estes. I'm not sure why he did it, but someone informed me it was because he had already met his mate and needed to decide if he would choose between the leadership or the beta mate.

I have not heard from him since. Until…

The biggest battle took place against the rogues, who were already joined with the witches. Not just the witch, but also Nerus. The most heinous God in the werewolf realm.

Archer was one among those who fought in that fight, which we won, and the war was never resumed. Likewise, it is uncommon now to encounter a rogue that is filled with rage.

Following that war, these three dukes placed their whole faith in me, entrusting me with their kingdom and pack. However, one piece of news that I learned was Archer's murder.

I intended to express my sympathies to the shadow pack, but they refused. They accused me of wanting to include them into my iron regulation. They stated that they did not wish to fall prey to a hungry lycan.

I tried to find Archer’s mate to offer my condolences, but unfortunately no one found her. The remainder of my order was never delivered or those wolves never came back anymore. I endeavored to track down her myself but it appeared hard to find the person who sought to hide herself.

In the end, I totally dismissed that.

What intrigues me the most is why a member of the shadow pack is here now.

When I first saw her lurking in the forest, I was drawn to the neck of a woman whose face I had never seen before. For the first time in the number of women I met, I was attracted to the nape of a woman.

However, when I noticed the shadow pack's insignia on her back, I couldn't believe someone would dare to enter my land—- what surprising is, it's a woman. I wasn't expecting our first encounter to be that tense from the start.

I acted on the influence she injected into me in order to successfully trap her within my domain. I want to lock her in my room regardless of her plan in my life.

When they saw me, the three dukes rose to their feet. They welcomed me with a grin despite the fact that I was wearing a poker face due to the inconvenience they had given me. Without them, I would have been able to complete my goal with that woman.

I'm not sure what her name is yet. We do unimaginable things but I have not yet heard her utter her name?

"Isn't it a perfect day for a contest to see who can catch the most wild creatures, Your majesty?" As he peeked outside, Apollo Fabia hid his hand behind his back. He is the Hunter pack's royal Alpha located at the Tuneca palace.

"You have not changed, Apollo; you have remained irresponsible from then till now. Why don't you join me and we'll see if there is a way for Nerus to return. And just in case, let's find a means to stop it,' urged Philo Rufus, the duke alpha of the Hevadal palace's Mystic pack.

"Aren't you sick of carrying only books? Even if I just observe you, I feel as if I want to jump into the sea and avoid experiencing what you're doing. "Apollo didn't withdraw.

I'm not sure how these two became leaders despite their infantile natures. I raised my eyes to the man who had just crossed his legs as he watched the two argue. There is still one of them remaining.

It’s Augustus Ibis the Alpha of Lone pack. I still do not trust him to this day. And I'm sure he feels the same way about me. His personality continues to perplex me.

He materialized in front of me, declaring that he wished for my partnership despite the fact that the Kingdom of Tarragon is one of the largest and most powerful territories in the kingdom. It’s an empire that has the royal guards Alpha. As a result, his request for protection from me is superfluous.

"If that is all you came here for, I regret I came down here," I replied coldly to them, which caused them to pause in their doing.

The two straightened up and returned to the seat that Augustus had done earlier. They give in to their quarrel and then I sit in front of them.

"What do you need here?" None of my own questions, since my mind was preoccupied with the woman's whereabouts. I want to immediately return to my room. How ironic that, because of her, the room I didn't have much time to remain in back then now makes me want to lock myself in with her.

"It's not you, smiling while staring into space."

I couldn't help but look at Augustus in response to the deep voice speaking in front of me. I feigned a cough in order to keep my other expressions, which appeared as if they had just witnessed, hidden. I put my back and head on the coach and closed my eyes.

"We learned that you had imprisoned a woman, something you had not done previously. Being so near to her piqued our interest," Augustus continued to speak as the two just nodded as though in accord.

"Doesn't it seem as though everything happened overnight and the news reached you rapidly?" I smiled at them, but there was no sense there but annoyance.

"Is there something wrong with my question?" He returned my glance. Even though he is only a duke, he refers to himself as my equal, which makes me even angrier.

"You think too highly of yourself, Augustus, simply because you had the experience of standing next to the lycan king," I demonstrated at the moment that I was truly upset. Perhaps out of terror, the two became silent.

"That is why we are here. After all, we are witnessing your leadership abilities; perhaps we can also immerse ourselves in that goddess."

"Augustus!"

“Hey! We have previously discussed this!"

The two guys spoke gently to him, increasing my ears' hunger as they conversed. The two are already pressing into one another, and there does not appear to be any plan for them to stop.

"What do you want to impart?" I was no longer defiant in my response to that query.

"We wondered whether you could also share that woman with us, like you previously did with your concubines," he observed, his gaze fixed on whatever was behind me.

When I turned, I saw her.