Her Forever (Book 3)- Chapter 11

Orion’s POV

Being able to publicly claim Willa, my destiny, was a freeing and joyous occasion. Most of the crowd was happy at the occasion that their new ally will soon have a queen, and one that was so close knit with the werewolf community. The extra ties to the werewolves was always a plus.

My thoughts of Willa being much more docile and accepting in the beginning as I led her to the dance floor proved to be completely wrong as I felt her aura shift quickly from confused and concerned to angry and hurt. As soon as I asked my darling what was wrong, she instantly pushed me away. I’m no mind reader, but it seems to be that she took what Eamon said to heart, that was the only thing that quirked her in our first few moments of meeting.

only my mate could comply so willingly, however I was told from the beginning I was to have a difficult and stubborn mate.

res of mating rituals which only caused her to still and her whole body heat up in embarrassment. My entourage only laughed and jeered at each other as we took her back to our s

I replied sweetly.

ll do no such thing!” Her arms began to push off against my shoulders and I gave her a swat to her arse. Hearing her gasp gave me a slight satisfaction as the guards c

tairs while Willa huffed and growled lowly behind me. We entered the large space and I gently sat her down on the love seat. Giving her a smile, she crossed her arms in frustration while I poured us some honeysuckle nectar.

our best friend/sister is a werewolf?” I handed her the drink which she just stared at. “How do I know you won’t drug me and then have your way with me?”

ion in my voice. Her eyes softened and looked away while biting her bottom lip. By gods, I wish I was the one biting that lip, but it seems that may be far into the future.

long with my mate and her ruling beside me we could change everything.

eek. She didn’t shy away which made my soul happy, but she was still skeptical.

a bit and adjusted my collar. She doesn’t know how much that little gesture made her chest look more appetizing.  “I’ve never used my magic to put anyone to bed. I don’t take away people’s agency unless they grant it.”

it was my own. It is a gift that fae’s don’t normally discuss. I’ve only told you because you are my mate and I hope you respect that.”

lot of trust you just put on me,” Willa whispered.

ould you tell me t

you for centuries and I’ll be damned if I lose you now.” Chills went up my spine as he held my ha

ou are from Earth and the realms can be quite different.” Orion spread some cheese on his biscuit as he sat back on the sofa while he ate.

tely as I ate a strawberry.

lived amongst werewolves and you didn’t even know it,” he chuckled. Thinking back on it made me cringe. How could I not see? I

smiled. Alpha Remus was a complete i***t when it came to numbers, luckily I was a spreadsheet goddess and created the perfect point, click, type to watch all the spending.

ved my hand absentmindedly like it didn’t bother me. Jokes on me though.

rs me.

was coming out. Everyone talked about how King Orion was always calm and collected, having Annan speak for him in most cases because he lacked the drive to really give anyone the time of day. Now he was doing something I wasn’t expecting. Emotion. Anger.

ft my eyes, I felt so vulnerable in front of him, I haven’t cried openly in I don’t know how long.

I thought it was his heart. “Is that your heart? Beating so fast?” I whispered. It was so fast it was inhuman.

his voice made me shudder and I pulled away from him and sat back down on my side of the couch, the disappointment was clear in his eyes. “I’m sorry, I’m just not used to that much contact I guess. Touching you, it’s just so overwhelming.” I blushed while fiddling with my dress. “I’m just not used to all the attention,” I chuckled trying to lighten the mood. It wasn’t that I didn’t want him touching me, it was the fear in the back of my mind he would leave too.

ents.

t back to his normal golden color. “I won’t lie to you so don’t lie to me. I’ll bend you over and spank you myself to let you know it.” I blushed bright scarlet, I couldn’t look at him any longer. He wouldn’t dare, would he? He did smack me earlier though!

small creek, Luna Sadie came in with a few wolves in tow with my bags. “Wait a minute, why are you bringing my stuff here?” I said agitated.

arrying them.

ws, “how is it going so far?”

rd to me,” I whi

raction and I’m sure you feel it too.” I looked to see if Orion was listening but he was talking to a few of the attendants.

at if he leaves me? I can’t get attached.” Sadie gasped at my question.

” she grabbed my hands that were folded nicely. “Just tell him you want to take it slow. He will, I promise. He’s a good friend of mine and means well. He has to put up a strong wall there because of the difficulties in his kingdom but he will sh

inger at his chest. “I mean it.”

r her.” Sadie waved and walked out the door as Annan walked in. “Your highness,” he bowed. A lot of bowing around here, do I need to be bo

ady at dawn, did you need anythi

ore Annan was fully out the door I spoke up.

Will he come back? Both of them started laughing while I sat confused.

n’t stay away for too long, I was just here to sign a treaty and return henceforth.” My mouth dropped.

n snorted and gave a good pat to Orion’s shoulder while Orion looked dumbfounded. Does anyone t

ue out at Annan and he gave a smirk. I don’t care if he is dangerous with

trying to be patient but this attitude of yours is quite irritating.”

rough surface of the logged walls. One of his hands came up on one side of my head and then the other. His head dipped down and traced the underside of my jaw. His breath was hot and I put my hands up to push his chest away, which was futile because he was too strong.

vior.”