Chapter 614 – Hidden Desires of the Werewolf King Novel

Filed To Story: Veiled Desires of the Alpha King Novel

Just before James did something irreversible, George showed up with a story about how there were cases of late bloomers where Aura shows later.

James suspected that was a bunch of rubbish. He did his research, and he never heard of such a thing as late bloomers. James didn’t understand why George helped him out, and in time he realized that George was not Alpha Edward’s loyal dog as others portray him.

Could James use George? He was not sure, so he decided to observe the youngest Commander.

James was always wary of George, waiting to find out George’s motives, which only made him more cautious about everything.

He needed a plan, but time was passing quickly between training and studying, and the only consolation James had was that he was relatively safe until his eighteenth birthday.

James’ childhood was not a carefree one; someone was always watching him and waiting for the young Alpha to make a mistake. As James grew older, more and more people were looking his way and James knew about their intentions. They were wondering how strong he was, how smart he was, and how much they can use him to get to Alpha Edward and then to the Red Moon pack. James pretended not to see any of those, but the tension was intensifying by the day.

James was sixteen years old now, and not a na?ve child. He survived so far by doing enough, yet not too much to stand out. However, now that he found Cornelia, James knew that things would need to change.

He needed to provide for her, and he will need to protect himself and his mate. Was he strong enough for that? Probably not. He was desperate for allies, but the trick was that the more people knew about Cornelia, the bigger was the possibility of Alpha Edward finding out about her.

James needed to be smarter than ever, or everything might collapse.

James saw the lawyer’s confusion when they were putting the will together and how everything will go to Cornelia Silver (the name on Cornelia’s documents). However, the guy was not nosy, and James hoped that Jaeden was right about the lawyer knowing how to keep secrets because if this reached Alpha Edward’s ears, a lot of people will be in trouble.

James released a long breath and looked at his chocolate-colored beauty that was sleeping peacefully. His good mood about settling the paperwork was spoiled at the thought that he neglected his mate. Again.

James knew that Cornelia was curious about the world, yet because of him, she stayed in the room. He hoped that she will forgive him, and he decided to address her needs as his highest priority going forward.

Even if Heaven collapses, tomorrow, they will go on a date, and he will treat her as a lady worthy of admiration and respect, and give her only the best of things.

James got up and swiftly changed into sweatpants and a cotton t-shirt. He brought those for training, as he would usually sleep in his underwear (or nude), but because of Cornelia, James decided to cover up while sleeping so he doesn’t make it awkward for her. But once they go all the way, he will definitely NOT wear any sleepwear, and he won’t allow her to cover up either. He will cover her up, with his body. He liked that mental image.

Slowly, very slowly, James lifted the blanked and scooted under it to join Cornelia.

The moment their bodies touched, Cornelia moved, and she ended up with her head on his shoulder.

James loved that Cornelia gravitated toward him in her sleep. Was that their mate bond showing her the way? He liked to think so.

James buried his face in her hair and took a deep breath, allowing the sweet scent of wild berries to fill his system. It was appetizing and it made him think of Cornelia’s addictive flavor he tasted while they kissed earlier that day.

His crotch area tightened as he thought about how she would taste when he kisses her on her lips down there. James never went down on a woman, but while thinking of Cornelia, he really wanted to bury his tongue between drenched folds, and… he groaned and moved sideways to adjust his erection.

James and Cornelia didn’t go on a date, nor spent the day alone, but they were together now, and they had tomorrow. They definitely had tomorrow, and that was a good thing.

With those thoughts, and Cornelia in his arms, James closed his eyes and drifted off to sleep.

Talia and Dayson stood on the elevated platform at the entrance to the Shifters nightclub that provided a good view of the space and the crowd that filled it.

Maya and Jaeden were on the left, and Dawn and George were on the right, both a step behind Dayson and Talia, showing non-verbal respect for their positions as Alpha and Luna.

Zina was also with them in the group, and now she really felt that she was dateless. If Talia had any power to attract mates, Zina hoped it will take effect soon.

It took a second for people in the nightclub to start nudging each other as they turned toward the elevated platform, and it seemed that even the music quieted down.

This was not Talia’s first time in the Shifters nightclub, but the place looked more packed than ever before.

‘Most of the crowd is from the Shadow Fang pack.’, Dayson spoke to Talia through their private mind-link. ‘Last night the Shifters was closed due to the pack run, and people came here tonight to make up for it and to celebrate their Luna. Many businesses in Darkbourne closed early and some suggested that the day of your Luna ceremony be a holiday.’

Talia’s insides trembled from anxiety and she hoped it didn’t show. Why was everyone looking at them?

Dayson lifted her hand to his lips and kissed the back of her palm, right there, for everyone to see.

‘Our people want to welcome you.’, Dayson said.

Talia was not sure if the crowd was welcoming because they were just looking at her.

Dayson raised his head and his howl was louder than the music.

“AWOOOO!”

Before his howl ended, the whole nightclub shook with the uproar of howls, claps, whistles, and cheers.

‘They are happy you are here.’, Dayson spoke into Talia’s mind. ‘Do you want to respond to them?’

Talia looked at Dayson apprehensively. All that was for her? She didn’t have the pack mind-link to peer into their thoughts and emotions, but she could see that they were smiling, and the mood was good. It didn’t seem right for her just to stand there and not reciprocate. But… Should she start shouting? Or howling? Nothing seemed appropriate. She was the quiet type.

Seeing her reluctance, Dayson said, ‘Let’s do it together. One, two…’ And he opened up for her to feel his excitement and pride, but mostly happiness.

Talia gasped for air as emotions swelled within her, and then both of them howled, “AWOOOO!”

The crowd in the nightclub was jumping and the noise increased further when Dayson raised Talia’s hand that he was holding, high above their heads, and Talia was confident that all eyes in the club were on them. It was nerve-wracking and heartwarming at the same time. Somehow, this noisy bunch of people made her feel welcome.

Dayson pulled her closer and gave her a mind-spinning kiss as the crowd below them exploded in another wave of noise. Dayson smiled into the kiss. He was enjoying it.

People were visibly excited, but they were all orderly as they parted to open up a path for their Alpha and Luna to reach their VVIP booth.

Talia met many eyes that observed her with curiosity, and she was pleased with herself that she projected confidence. Dayson’s proximity gave her the courage to stand tall, and she didn’t want to disappoint him by shrinking and appearing insecure. As Dayson’s Luna, she needed to show the Shadow Fang pack that she can take care of their Alpha and of the whole pack.

They all sat on sofas in pairs, except for Zina (she didn’t have a pair).

Zina wanted to leave and mingle, but at the same time, the appeal of being in the VVIP booth was urging her to stay.

“How about we go to the bar for some girl-time?”, Maya suggested.

Talia glanced at Dayson, silently asking him what was going on.

‘Jaeden and I want to talk to George.’, Dayson spoke to Talia into their mind-link, and Talia understood that this might be something for Dawn not to hear. She was curious but she knew that Dayson would give her a heads-up if he could.

“Sounds like fun.”, Talia responded to Maya, and Dawn and Zina followed.

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Zina, Dawn, Maya, and Talia sat at the bar in the Shifters nightclub, each with a colorful cocktail that Katya personally prepared for them.

Pierce, Liam, Caleb, and Lulu found them quickly. They saw them entering the club, but they didn’t dare go into the VVIP booth without invitation. But now that the ladies came to the bar, they decided to approach them.

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