Alpha Nocturne's Contracted Mate

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It probably had more in common with a small palace rather than a mansion, just because of its sheer size. It certainly reminded her of the royal palace, although the architecture and design of this house were far more modern.

Ann was a little curious about the need for a 4 storey house, but after the frosty reception she had with her questions about the education provided, she thought she would wait a little longer before she asked anything else. Adam’s demeanor was a little off, and he seemed to be a little cold toward her compared to his earlier warmth. He took her hand firmly, with no trace of a smile on his face.

“I would prefer it if you would at least attempt not to contradict me in front of the pack. I appreciate that you have different ideas of how to do things here, but any discussions will be held in the privacy of our room, or offices. A united front is imperative.” He stated in a very businesslike tone.

her heart sank a little and her wolf tutted in displeasure at

an hour and you’ve already

agreed to marry him. I never agreed that I would make him like

who can’t find his mate, you rejected yours…I don’t know why you wouldn’t want to try to get closer

to roll over and agree to everything he wants like a good little

never said that. Alpha’s are touchy at the best of times. Telling them they’re wrong is the same as

bit back the sarcastic replies that formed on

last word out coldly, “But I am not stupid. You might not be aware of my background, but I’m fully aware of how successful leaders conduct

father’s choices, his policies, nor the alliances he tries in vain to forge. It seems to turning your backs on your fated mates is a common theme within the royal males and the men they choose to ally with,” He replied

had been struck across the face. She fumed silently as the front door was opened

were gathered in the hallway, lined up in a

plastered on her face the most welcoming expression that she could muster. She had

foreign dignitaries that attended her father’s court and it provided a better impression for the daughters of the Alpha King to sit quietly and demurely, speaking softly to showcase their ability to rule with grace and nobility, nothing more than pretty little dolls who could be easily moulded into what was needed for the royal line of

second of those meetings. She was always complimented on her submissive nature in diplomacy yet fierce nature on the battlefield. With her and her wolf two halves of

fiery nature of her personality there would have been an uproar. The question remained whether she would be true to herself from the

greeted them happily while her mind overflowed with conflicting