Alpha Nocurne's Contracted Mate

Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 65 Why Do you Look So Sad

Ann rolled her eyes as she gestured to the wolves.

“As much as I find it degrading to do so, I invite you all to inspect the claim that your Alpha has made upon my body. If that is what I must do to prove that this woman spouts nothing but lies, then so be it.”

A low murmur rose from the wolves as they took a step backward, clearly hesitant to offend either their Alpha or their Luna.

“Please, don’t be afraid to do so. I want to put a stop to this insanity. This Pack had been so welcoming to me when I first came, but I felt it only moments ago…the shift in your att*itude toward me. If this will provide the rea*s*surance you need then, as your Luna, I am willing to take that step.” Ann said quietly.

Not a single wolf moved towards her, all of them averting their eyes as one before a voice rose above them, strong and clear.

“Forgive me for speaking out, my Luna, but, none of us ever doubted you. We have faith in our Alpha and you, as our Luna. Whether you were his fated mate or his chosen, to me at least, it didn’t matter. A strong Pack has strong leaders and Alpha Nocturne has always been that to us.”

A murmur of agreement rippled around the room as the male voice continued.

have all seen the mark you bear no thanks to this… female’s forcible exposure. She says that the darkness will prevent him from ever finding his true mate… but you are marked… and we are all fully aware of the mating that takes place between

and Ann felt her cheeks color as she glanced across at

spouts nothing but falsehoods. I don’t know much about witches in general, but I remember the stories of my ancestors about the dark witches’ ability to sow discord and doubt amongst others, turning family and friends against one another effortlessly and bringing once

thoughtfully at the silence that followed his words as she turned back to face Esmerelda whose face was a picture

wolves… my Pack… my family.” Ann stated confidently as she took a step forward towards Esmerelda, her eyes rapidly beginning to widen as she realized that there was no way this was going to go

their Luna, and the heir to the throne of the Alpha King, I feel it is my duty to put a stop to this.” Ann said calmly as she gestured to the guards

for a little while.” Ann continued

and ensure that no one talks to her or sees her apart from me or your Luna. Do you understand?” Adam interjected as they advanced

dragged her away and with a final shriek of outrage, two more guards joined them and she was carried away to await her fate

his arm around Ann and smiled gently at her. “You did well, my Luna. I do have one question though.” “Oh? And

at her tone and she

was merely curious as to why I could smell the desire rolling off you when I merely protected what was mine.” He

need protecting Alpha…” She protested weakly as

when I get my chance to be alone with you again.” He teased as he

familiar warmth of desire rapidly spreading through her as the heat between her legs grew to an almost unbearable level, begging to be satisfied by the man before her.