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

will only be bringing her wrath

upon us.

replies with no hesitation at all.

the Elder looks at

the other Welhavens, but I refuse to look at them. I force a graceful smile onto

again.

vow to respect, serve and support Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas in

to take him as your lawful mate and husband by the

asks.

I do.” I reply

you may mark one

knowing that it could kill me. Zedkiel

eyes cold.

stand down from

already notified you; we

not be marking one another.”

and I’m sure everyone can

pounding heart as all

to me.

can you take a mate and not mark her? How is

Alpha Darvin

turns towards him, and

shrink in his seat, glancing

on her back, tying her to me forever. Question

snarls, making Darvin go red in

back.

vote of the people… I needed

marking me can be dangerous,” I say. Darvin’s eyes

a woman who lacks a lot,

about to go for Alpha Darvin

on his

so slightly. Our eyes meet and his

Darvin, but Evangeline is competent.”

declares, shocking me.

eyes meet.

how to feel. She had given me away ruthlessly and now she was speaking up for me? Or maybe she is just happy I’m out of

elder again. “Get this over

rustle of whispers rushes through the

will exchange rings, that is enough.”

to Ambrose, who

then turns to

boxes that stand

table beside him.

takes out a square black

dark silvery black bands, both set with red jewels. So fitting, they match

colours too. So different from the ones that sat in

choose

a symbol of your unity and your

is set with tiny red jewels and one large one and holds his hand out to

in his, hearing Sinclair mutter my name, but I don’t look, not at

moment.

myself wholeheartedly to this deal, to my freedom. From today, Evangeline

gone – from today

is born… and the key

be almost within my

the ring onto

as I stare down

perfect fit…

Evangeline, your turn…’

I remember it all, the way he found me… the way he protected me… the nightmares… him

until I push it all away, sliding the ring onto his finger. His fingers curl around mine and he raises my hand to his

man and wife. You

kiss the bride.”

my waist, pulling me close.

eyes meet and there’s no

leans down, kissing my lips so softly it’s a stark

to how hard his

my body tingle. He moves

claps. 1

My heart is racing, and I take

had passed. After the

the Pack.

excuse myself so I

the bathroom. I just needed

over dinner and 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 is talking to some other Alphas and

approaches me.

Omega slave to a Luna…” She smiles

I reply,