Alpha Nocturne"s Contracted Mate

CHAPTER 2 The Curse

She sniffled miserably as she looked around her. Somehow she had ended up in the popular club district of the city, well known for its nightlife.

The pulsating beats that emanated from inside some of the buildings did nothing but remind her of the strong, rhythmic heartbeat that she would hear when she laid her head on Brad’s chest, and the grief would hit her all over again.

‘Perhaps you can find a quieter bar,’ Maeve growled.

A*n jumped at the sudden gruff voice in her head and it took her a moment before she had recovered enough to reply.

‘But… Maeve… I don’t drink… I never have.’ A*n protested.

‘No? Well, fated mates don’t ever sleep with their mate’s sister either… yet here we are. Now seems like a perfect time to start drinking.’ She snapped back brutally.

A*n bit her lip, unsure how to reply and she felt the sensation of Maeve sighing heavily.

‘Even if you don’t want to drink, I want something to numb us both. Fratricide is frowned upon and if I see that b*tch again then you can be sure that she’ll get what’s coming to her. Until then, find somewhere quiet and drink until I shut up.’ she grumbled.

A*n took a deep breath and lowered her head, hoping that her hair covered her face from the curious glances that were cast her way.

They eventually arrived at a bar well known for its high-profile clientele and commitment to protecting their privacy. It was the perfect place to hide for a little while.

The doorman stopped her instantly and

Minster, but I think you’ve got the wrong kind of

A*n felt her cheeks flush furiously as she lifted her head to stare at him

as he realized who she was and

He stammered hopelessly, stumbling over his words as A*n narrowed her eyes at him and

“If I wanted jokes I would go and see a comedian. I wanted

with the highest profiles. Being the daughter of an Alpha King granted her that privilege and as she squeezed into the booth, lifting the hem of her dress so as not to get wrapped up in it, she was grateful for the

of the establishment approached her and apologized profusely for the conduct of his doorman. As a way of showing his

drinks menu she accepted Maeve’s suggestions for

way that she would go through with this wedding. If Brad could do this to her now, before

of betrayal. You should seduce him and let me rip his penis off so he’ll never be able to bury himself balls deep in another woman

some reason, A*n giggled at Maeve’s fierceness and

‘It would be a bit messy, Maeve. I think the rejection

home with you tonight and repay

wine deepening suddenly

toilet and as she made her way through the maze-like corridors of

the cubicle, the sound of footsteps entering the room could be

a naturally strong tolerance for alcohol, the Bellevue witches