His Dark Obsession

37. 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?

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 wh*re, had gotten to him?

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.

“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.

‘Sl*ppy 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 st*pid to think. there ever could be.

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

“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?”

just a deal, we are about to take the oath on Selene… That isn’t right… We will only be bringing

Zedkiel replies with no

me. I can feel Grandmother Philomena’s gaze on me and the other Welhavens, but I refuse to look at them. I force a graceful smile onto

do you, Evangeline Rose, vow to respect, serve and support Alpha Prince Zedkiel Vilkas in sickness and health? Do you vow to take him as your lawful mate and husband by

I do.”

you may mark

beats violently, knowing that it could kill

from your position. I already notified you, we will not be marking one another.” Zedkiel says harshly, and I’m sure everyone can hear my

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

almost see the Alpha shrink in his seat, glancing at

me again, pup, and I will rip you to shreds.” He snarls, making Darvin go red in the face at the insult, but he’s too

of the people… I

wolf, and because of that, marking me can be

woman who lacks a

for Alpha Darvin when I cut in front of him, placing my hands on his chest, and shaking my head ever so

green.

Darvin, but Evangeline is competent.” Grandmother Philomena declares, shocking me. I turn, and

know 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 Sinclair’s

the elder again. “Get this

gulps as a rustle of whispers rushes through the

exchange rings, that is enough.” Zedkiel says, his

and he then turns to the two cream velvet ring boxes that stand

takes out a square black suede box. He flips it open, and my heart sk*ps a beat when I look at the dark silvery black bands, both set with red jewels. So fitting,

Did he choose them?

your unity and your promise to

with tiny red jewels and one large one and holds his hand out to me. I place my hand in his, hearing Sinclair mutter my

moment I will give myself wholeheartedly to this deal, to my freedom. From today, Evangeline Rose the Omega is gone from today Evangeline Vilkas, Luna to Alpha Zedkiel Vilkas is born… and the key to

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heart racing as I stare down at

“Luna Evangeline, your turn…”

the ring from the box. He holds

mine. My heart thunders as I remember it all, the way he found me… the

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drinking my blood… that he had hurt me… The good and

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

pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss

so softly it’s a stark difference compared to how hard his eyes were. I can feel this, it

and we both turn to the guests. My heart is racing, and I take a shuddering breath, realising I am