Chapter 56
Freda’s POV
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I was curled up in my thoughts, my body yearning for freedom. My original plan crossed my mind to get away from the world of wolves, vampires, and witches. I’d never liked the supernatural, and my family hadn’t made it better.
One would think being the next vampire queen would erase my status as a wolfless eighteen–year–old. No. I felt the same way I had back home. Trapped, underestimated, and misjudged.
Lady Elara’s training had become intense. It wasn’t just about protocols anymore–it was about accepting my new life. It dawned on me that I had to accept my position whether I liked it or not. Damien wasn’t going to let me go.
I had to accept the people, their laws, their powers. It had barely been weeks since my life reached its turning point, but I knew this wasn’t what I wanted.
What about college? Where was my desire to be a normal girl? Go to college, have a dorm room with fairy lights, make friends who talked about things other than dominance, rituals, and hunting seasons.
The smoky cedarwood scent filled my nose, distracting me from my thoughts. Damien walked into the room. I lifted myself from position, shifting my gaze to him.
Just like yesterday, his toned chest made my mouth go dry, and my cheeks burned the closer he came.
He caught my gaze. “I met Elara on the way.” His brow arched in displeasure.
“She’s tough. Just like you mentioned.”
He started pulling off his shirt, and I looked away. “You must listen to her. Freda. I won’t have you taking training with Elara lightly.
Understood?”
curled
His stern tone made me uncertain whether his voice or his bare chest made my heart race. A sudden longing awakened in my body. The longer
I looked at him, the more the feelings stirred.
“I don’t want to train.” I moved away from the bed to the shelf where a pile of books sat. I picked out the coronation book. “I don’t wish to
know anything about you vampires.”
He remained silent–or unbothered. My eyes landed on his waist as he began pulling off his pants, but I looked away again.
“Cancel training with Lady Elara. It makes me uncomfortable.” I swallowed hard. Damien tied his bathrobe, preparing for a shower. “Damien, I
cannot follow the rules. She-”
“You don’t have a choice, Freda! You do as the king says!” His voice hardened and echoed through the room.
I rushed toward him before he could step into the shower and pushed against his chest. “Why do you keep me here? Is this my palace or my
prison?”
“This is my palace, and you are my mate! Refuse further, and you’ll be locked in here forever!”
My eyes watered, and I slowly moved away from him. “You’re a monster! My voice broke.
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He pulled me back by the arm, staring down at me. His eyes flickered with regret for a brief moment before returning to the scornful look of a predator.
“This will change your life, Freda. Being my mate isn’t easy. Brace yourself for the worst. I won’t accept your timidity!”
Tears rushed down my cheeks. I understand. I see where this is coming from. Maybe we’re not mates after all. Maybe this was just your plan- to take over your father’s throne, get a weak mate you can control.”
He rushed to me, pressing his hands on my shoulders as he glared. Eye to eye, panting heavily. “You’re right! You are weak and pathetic. There are several other ladies I could have.”
My tears wouldn’t stop.
“If you knew me, you’d know there was no reason to bring you into my chamber. But damn the ridiculous mate bond that made me burn for you the moment we met!”
My heartbeat raced as his skin became paler and his eyes turned red with anger.
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