His Dark Obsession by Moonlight Muse

28. Vows

EVANGELINE.

I stare at Sinclair, unable to hide my hurt, but it isn’t because of him but because of

the mark that I see on his neck. My gaze goes to the woman next to him. An

arrogant smile crosses her face, as she sits right beside him. It’s none other than Celia, her hand clutching his arms tightly. So, he was going to participate too, and out of everyone, he chose her to

be his Luna? 3

I shouldn’t feel betrayed, but I do.

Sinclair’s eyes fill with a mix of emotions

that I can’t make out.

He wants to take me away to be safe?

Whilst he takes a Luna? Why did he even

look so shocked? Is it because he wasn’t

expecting it to be me beside Zedkiel, or is

it because he doesn’t want me to learn of

him having taken Celia as a mate?

His eyes were questioning me, almost accusing. I want to ask if it is the fact that

seeing someone who actually has the power to keep me by his side as his Luna, not just his side whore, had gotten to him? 5

A low growl leaves Zedkiel’s lips. “If you want to live, keep your eyes off what belongs to me.” He snarls, making the

entire room fall silent.

I look up at him, my heart thumping as I realise my own anger and hurt at seeing the duo together had made me feel so

bitter… But I remember that I’m here

with Zedkiel, and I will help him with his

title, then… I will leave and live my life.

“It’s fine Zedkiel, I’m yours.” I say softly, looking up at him.

His anger seems to calm a little as he looks me in the eye. For a split second, I think I see something more in his eyes, but this is just an act… one we will both carry out. I lean into him, telling myself he won’t bite into me here. I can’t even explain this. I feel protected and scared all at the same time. 1

“Obviously.” He replies coldly, his eyes shimmering red.

We walk down the centre between the few rows of chairs, and Celia purses her lips before smirking as she digs her claws into Sinclair’s arm.

‘Sloppy seconds…’ Her words are still fresh in my mind. There is no way I would ever accept that, especially with her as his Luna. There is no future for Sinclair and me, I see that now. I was stupid to think there ever could be. 4

I see Prince Alcazer there with a woman

that I know by face. She was at my birthday party.

“Step onto the dais, please.” The elder said, bowing to Zedkiel. “Prince Alcazer, Lady Amora, we shall start with you.”

… I know that name… she is the daughter of the Alpha of the Dark Claw Pack,

Lamar Lendorn. Their ceremony and

vows began. The mood was solemn, and I see the Alpha look rather smug as his daughter takes her vows.

The elder offers them a pair of rings which they then exchange, and Amora coyly mentions picking out the ring for Alcazer herself. I could tell he wasn’t as interested in discussing the rings. He is still hurting from the loss of his mate, but I don’t think it was too deep or he wouldn’t be here today, right?

I am brought out of my thoughts when the elder announces Alcazer may kiss his bride. He leans forward, pecking her lips for a fleeting second before he moves away, and everyone claps. The elder then

turns to us.

“Let’s begin.” He says, motioning for us to step forth. Alcazer and Amora step aside as the elder clears his throat. “We

now move on to witness the joining of Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas of the Moonstone Pack and Lady Evangeline

Rose of the Silver Mountain Pack.”

My heart thumps as I look up at Zedkiel who is standing opposite me. I’m glad I have the bouquet in my hand because I wouldn’t know what to do with them.

“Do you, Prince Zedkiel, vow to protect, love, and take care of Evangeline Rose in sickness, health, and distress? Do you vow to take her as your lawful mate and

wife by the oath of Selene?”

Our eyes meet, and although I know this marriage is just a deal, we are about to take the oath on Selene… That isn’t right

be bringing

upon us.

replies with

Elder looks at me. I can feel

other Welhavens, but I refuse to look at them. I

again.

and support Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas in

your lawful mate and husband by the oath of Selene?”

asks.

I

you may mark one another.”

beats violently, knowing that it could

his eyes

should stand down

already

marking one another.” Zedkiel

and I’m sure

heart as all

to me.

mate and not mark her?

Alpha Darvin questions.

him, and I almost

Alpha shrink in his seat, glancing at Alpha King

my mark on her back, tying her to

He snarls, making Darvin go red in the face at the insult, but he’s

back.

winning at the vote of the people… I

marking me can be dangerous,” I say.

would you choose a woman who lacks a lot, as your Luna?” He taunts.

to go for Alpha Darvin when I cut in

hands on

meet and his red eyes return to their usual gold-green.

Alpha Darvin,

shocking me. I

our eyes meet.

feel. She had given me away ruthlessly and now she was speaking up for me? Or maybe she is just happy

sneers, turning to the elder again. “Get this

a rustle of whispers rushes through the room, but I don’t bother to

exchange rings, that is enough.”

to Ambrose, who

and he then turns to the two

stand open on

table beside him.

own.” Zedkiel says, reaching into his pocket and takes out a square black suede box. He flips it

the dark silvery black bands, both set with red jewels. So

colours too. So different from the ones that sat in the cream boxes, but these were surprisingly far more perfect.

choose

a symbol of your unity

jewels and one large one and holds his hand out to me. I

Sinclair mutter my name, but I

moment.

my moment, the moment I will give myself wholeheartedly to this deal, to

is gone –

to Alpha Zedkiel Vilkas is

within my

onto

as I stare down

perfect fit…

Evangeline, your turn…’

my bouquet down and reach over taking the ring from the box. He holds his hand out, his eyes boring into mine. My heart thunders as I remember it all, the way he found me… the way he protected me… the nightmares… him drinking my blood… that

fingers curl around mine and he raises my hand to his

pronounce you man and wife. You

kiss the bride.”

grips my waist, pulling me close.

and there’s no emotion

my

hard his

it makes every pore on my body

claps. 1

in, and we both turn to the guests. My heart is racing,

After the weddings, both Amora and I were

Pack. Then we

I now excuse myself so I

bathroom. I just needed a

now we are walking around the small hall. I feel Grandmother Philomena watching me several times, but I refused to acknowledge her – until now. Zedkiel

approaches me.

from an Omega slave to a

I reply, sipping my