Lorien's POV
I was stunned to speak. She stood confidently in front, her body was exposed to the cold air.
Was she mad?
Is that what she thought of me?
Of course, her body was mine but I never played her as a pawn in any games. She was my mate and was supposed to obey everything I said not object.
"You're not the real Seraphina, are you?" I inquired looking deep into her eyes.
"Yes, I am not." She replied unafraid.
"Who are you?"
"It does not matter, I was brought back here so you'd have another chance to take care of your woman. Treat her right and love her!" She said.
"You can't tell me what to do, Seraphina," I responded and bent to pick the robe.
"Don't fight against it, Lorien; let your heart lead you," she said gently.
I stopped for a moment and took the robe, how did she know? I noticed my feelings for Seraphina have grown so rapidly, but I've been trying my best to stop it.
I covered her slowly, my eyes on the floor.
"I'm not fighting against anything; I don't lead by heart; I lead by my brains; otherwise, I won't be this people leader." I retorted and turned to leave.
"This is not about your people, this is about us," she said silently to herself.
I walked to the door and then stopped; I wanted Seraphina; I needed her. She had been a great influence in my life and had proven herself. I just couldn't trust her.
What if she betrayed me?
I had begun to love her.
And I'd never felt this way with another woman.
The feeling was strange and it hurt me as I remember the way I treated her on the day I was supposed to mark her.
I should amend my mistake.
I turned back to her and strode back to her.
"We have to cool our heads," I said to her, wondering if that would change anything.
"No…you need to cool your head…
I did not wait for her to finish as I pulled her by her wrist and we walked to her shower.
"You want to watch me take my bath?" she inquired nervously.
"We are going to take our bath together," I replied as I let go of her hand and undressed. I noticed she tried to ignore me but couldn't as I slid my pants down my legs.
A mischievous smile escaped from the corner of my mouth.
I walked to the water and submerged myself in it, closing my eyes.
Without a word, Seraphina took off her robe and slipped into the water, taking advantage of my closed eyes.
"Anything on your mind?" she asked, still in the water.
I opened my eyes and glanced at her. "You."
"You say one thing and you act the opposite."
"That's just me."
I moved towards her and sat beside her.
"I'm sorry for the way you felt, and I'll treat you more as my wife and the queen than my mate," I added and watched as she heaved a sigh.
"Are you saying this to make out with me?" She asked anxiously.
I smiled. "As I said, I would never force you until you are willing to have it. Most Alphas force their mates, the rare ones make their mates submit willingly."
Seraphina's POV
My heart raced without stopping.
I wanted to be in his arms but my mind said otherwise.
I ignored my thoughts and turned, then kissed him. The kiss was slow, and he parted his lips gently, grabbing my tongue.
I knew he was surprised, this was the first time I'd kissed him. I could feel my legs tremble as he placed his arms around my waist and pulled me to his body.
Our bodies moved in the water slowly, we wanted more.
The kiss became fast and hot. Lorien bit my lower lip softly, and my heart fluttered. My shame and stubbornness abandoned me in his arms.
My lips became a bit swollen and he broke the kiss, staring deep into my eyes. I was lost.
"I've always wanted you to do that." He said his vice husky with need.
"I've always wanted to do that," I replied, rubbing my body against his.
I could feel the bulge between his legs as I sat on his legs, facing him.
He saw the fearful look on my face. "Don't let that scare you, I'll be gentle if you want it." He said to me, rolling my long hair in a bun.
"I'm not scared; I just find it difficult to trust you," I replied, and he smiled lightly.
"That's quite sad." He said, as his gaze lingered on my chest. " I should leave now, we will talk tomorrow." He added and took me off his legs gently then stood up.
I was aroused, I could not let him leave.
I grabbed his hand and looked at him. " please be gentle." I muttered softly as he looked back at me.
"I will." He responded as he scooped me up in his arms and walked to my chamber.
He dropped me on the sheets slowly and climbed on top of me. I was speechless…. Breathless.
"This is what I meant by submitting to me, not resisting." He smirked his fingers teasing my navel.
"Don't start," I replied, rolling my eyes.
My body was on high alert, every part of me was warm and inviting. Lorien's lips came down to mine, ravaging it. I shuddered as his hands caressed my breasts.
My hands went to his back and held on to his shoulder, grabbing it for support as my body trembled at his every touch.
He was gentle, sensing my every move. His lips came down from mine to my breasts. I could feel his teeth hanging on top of my nipple. I moaned loudly; I had never felt this type of way; it was just amazing!
He sucked at it slowly, his breathing became erratic, wanting more!
After a while of lightning the passion between us, he raised my legs slowly but steadily then looked at me, waiting for my approval.
"Will it be painful?" I whispered and he nodes negatively.
"All you have to do is embrace me and trust me." He replied as he combed my hair backward with his hand.
"Okay."
"I am about to mark and make you mine, Seraphina. This will be a night you never forget and will always remember, the decision you make tonight will make an impact on your life. Do you agree?" He replied, his gaze intense.
"I agree," I mutter wondering why lovemaking had so much importance in this world.
"What do you see when you look at me?" He asked, his hands playing with my hair.
Was that supposed to be a question he'd ask before doing this?
"Well, I….
I lost my breath for a second, it was slow yet fast. The question he asked was to distract me from the oncoming pain. Another attempt and I let out a cry, embracing him tightly. It was painful yet with pleasure.
He rammed into me the fifth time, and this time, I could feel it in my stomach, and I screamed his name, "Lorien!"
He immediately covered my mouth with his hand and continued. "You want people to know we are together?" He whispered into my ear.
"I'm sorry…
I moaned as we moved in rhythm, my hair sprawled on the sheet. My legs were in the air and all I could feel was pain, pleasure, passion.
The room melted away as I endured the emotions, leaving both of us lost in our magical love.
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Lorien's POV
I placed the sheets under the bed; once I left, the maids would come and take them away.
Yesterday was like a dream, Seraphina was naive. I was glad no man had touched her before. I pulled on my attire and walked to her
She was still deep asleep, her face looked so innocent and pretty. I guess I had always misunderstood her.
She was just a simple and stubborn girl, simple? Not simple. I bent and pecked her lips and she opened her eyes slowly.
"Sleeping queen." I beamed as she sat up, and noticed the sheets were gone.
"The sheets?" she asked curiously.
"Well, they got stained a little bit," I responded.
"Stained? My blood?" She asked, her face clouded with embarrassment.
"It's fine, Seraphina. Are you okay?"
"Yes, I am fine."
"How did you feel about yesterday?"
I asked placing my hand under her chin.
"Well…it was different," she replied and looked down at her thighs; they were stained, and she quickly placed her hands on them.
"Don't worry about that, the maids will come to clean you up."
"Alright…
"Don't overthink; you're fully marked by me, and you're now mine. You're my one and true queen." I interrupted intending to make her calm.
She smiled and looked assured.
"Thank you for the kind words, Alpha."
"I'd love to be with you but I have urgent matters to attend to. I'll see you later." I replied kissing her forehead.
"Take care," she muttered.
I walked out of the room and closed the door behind me.
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Seraphins's POV
After Lorien left the day we made love, I jumped for joy and danced around my room.
I felt fulfilled.
The maids that came to clean me up, praised me and adorned me in gold jewelry and silk attire. Lorien probably told everyone I was untouched before marriage and I got lots of gifts.
From a prisoner to a queen, I became respected and admired by most women.
Here I am, having a feast with his nobles and royal families.
Suddenly, the sky turned dark and a man appeared from nowhere.
Caelum!
He looked strong as ever.
I could see the flashes of dark eyes, again! He kissed me once.
I immediately looked at Lorien, he looked furious. His fangs revealed themselves and the nobles stood up, all prepared to face caelum.
"My little one…
"Leave us, Seraphina," Lorien commanded, his face shining with hatred for Caelum.
I quickly stood up and ran but something caught my legs. I looked down and saw two shadows, both grabbed my ankles.
Lorient fumed with anger.
"Let her go, caelum," He said, making a fist.
"I did not come for any of you. I came for my woman." He replied with his baritone voice.
One of the noble's fangs grew out and she ran towards him but was torn apart as Caelum raised his finger.
I gasped gently.
"How dare you try to attack me?" He said and chuckled loudly.
"We don't want you here, Caelum. "
One of the nobles said.
"I also don't want to hurt anyone. Seraphina was always meant to be mine, not yours." He replied and gave Lorien a stony look.
"In your dreams," Lorien stated and charged toward him.
I was scared, caelum had dark powers to support him. He was powerful and I wished Lorien would defeat him. I tried to move my legs but the shadows were too strong!
Shadows!
The same shadow came to attack me, the one Elara sent. Was she working for Caelum? That did not matter now, I had to support Lorien.
As he flew up, almost attacking Caelum, a shadow appeared behind him, giving him a menacing look.
"Lorien! Watch your back!" I shouted and Lorien moved to the side, almost losing his balance as he landed on the floor.
"What a supportive mate," Caelum said and gave me a sinister look.
"I don't want a fight with you so I'll show you what I came here for." He added and showed a large mirror to us. "This is the mirror of the past, it shows what happened in everyone's past life."
"Seraphina is from my bloodline, she should be mine…
"Liar!" lorien interrupted as some images showed in the mirror.
"I won't lie, Lorien; Your mate was a moon priestess in her past life." He retorted as the past revealed itself in the mirror.
I saw Lorien and the expressions of the other changed as they saw me clad in priestess attire.
I became afraid, was Lorien going to give me up to Caelum?
I have been living a happy life, why did he come to destroy it?