Alpha Nocurne's Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 02 The Curse

Ann 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.

Ann 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.’ Ann 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.

Ann 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 deep breath and lowered her head, hoping that her hair covered her face from the curious glances that were cast

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

I think you’ve got the wrong kind of church, you

as she lifted her head to stare at

visibly blanched as he realized who she was and

dresses aren’t usually… and…” He stammered hopelessly, stumbling over his words as Ann narrowed her eyes at him and

jokes I would go and see a comedian. I wanted somewhere quiet to drink where no one would bother me.”

inside and she was shown to a booth on the top floor, reserved only for those with the highest profiles. Being the daughter of an Alpha King granted her that privilege and as she squeezed into

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

and when he handed her the drinks menu she accepted Maeve’s suggestions for drinks and didn’t hold back

would go through with this wedding. If Brad could do this

seduce him and let me rip his p*enis off so he’ll never be able to bury himself balls-deep in

giggled at Maeve’s fierceness and a ripple of

would be a bit messy, Maeve. I think

with you tonight and

wine deepening