Chapter 913 – Hidden Desires of the Werewolf King Novel

Filed To Story: Veiled Desires of the Alpha King Novel

Violet was sitting on a cot and watching Ashton, who was putting his clothes on.

They spent more than a month in the cave, coming out occasionally to stretch their paws, hunt, and get some fresh air.

Violet and Ashton mated a few times in their wolf forms, and Violet was surprised how her wolf heightened all of her senses, orgasm included. Wolf or human, Ashton was always an attentive lover, intense and passionate, putting her pleasure first, and she loved him more by the second.

Making love in human form had its advantages also. They could use their hands and lips more, so Violet couldn’t decide which one was better. Ashton said that they will keep alternating so she can do thorough research before deciding. Violet had no objections because that research included sex with her handsome mate.

The important part about the previous month was that the couple had time to get to know each other because no one disturbed them during their solitude. It was perfect.

Violet’s brows came together as she watched the light gray fabric of bodies in order to gain abilities and boost their power. Witches’ magic and human technology were involved.

the shirt slide down to cover Ashton’s back. His muscular flesh was adorned with tattoos, and now Violet knew they were much more than elaborate decorations.

Between lovemaking, they were talking about the last five years. Violet told Ashton about her studying, training, and preparations to take her role as an Alpha. Ashton told her about his interactions with rogues, the existence of hybrids, and the origin of his tattoos.

Violet knew that some rogues were more troublesome than others, but she didn’t understand the extent of them modifying their bodies in order to gain abilities and boost their power. Witches’ magic and human technology were involved.

Talia was telling Violet that some people would go to extremes for power, and Violet was unsure how much those stories were exaggerated. Until now.

Violet was blessed with an extraordinary bloodline, and she couldn’t grasp the concept of weak ones struggling to survive. Of course, it was not only about survival. There was a fight for power, driven by greed, and Violet’s heart ached at the thought that Ashton had gone through gruesome procedures in order to gain his abilities and be able to fight against them.

She thought that her achievements in the last five years were impressive, but compared to Ashton’s, it looked like Violet was just playing. She needed to step up so she could match her impressive mate.

Violet noticed Ashton’s tattoos changing patterns more than once during their time in the cave, and even though Ashton assured her regarding his tattoos, but Violet didn’t trust the old witch. Violet was adamant that Cornelia should inspect Ashton. There was that he never felt better, she wanted to confirm nothing bad was happening to him. That was why they were getting ready to leave the cave.

Ashton told Violet that Evanora was the one in charge of the rituals regarding his tattoos, but Violet didn’t trust the old witch. Violet was adamant that Cornelia should inspect Ashton. There was something more human in Cornelia, more approachable; maybe because Cornelia was mated to James, and she had Talia’s trust, while Evanora was mostly stuck in the Castle with a bunch of witches and her Guardian mate.

Violet vowed that she would join Ashton in his fight against nasty hybrids. There was no way she would let her mate risk his life alone.

“When you look at me like that, I think we should stay here for a few more days,” Ashton said, and Violet snapped out of her thoughts.

His intense gaze made her heart flip. Even without shared emotions through their mate bond, Violet could see the love, adoration, heat, and a hint of mischief. She was his whole world, and he would do anything in his power to make her happy, even if that meant getting a checkup by Cornelia.

“We can always return here later,” Violet said. She was aware that just over a day had passed out there, but she still felt guilty for indulging in pleasures with Ashton for more than a month and neglecting her duties.

“Should we visit your cousins first?”

“Yes,” Violet responded. “I don’t want them to think we are sneaking around. If they find out we were here and didn’t visit, they will be upset.” And she also wanted to introduce Ashton as her mate, officially. It was a big deal.

Since they were kids, Valeria was talking about Ashton in high regard, emphasizing how handsome and intelligent he was. Violet wanted to ensure her cousin knew that Ashton was off the market and there would be no more glorifying of Ashton unless Valeria was tired of having a complete set of teeth.

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Valeria and Edgar were on the training grounds, exchanging blows. Members of the Midnight Guardians pack gathered around to watch, as usual. It was a show of impressive skills accompanied by loud bangs, smacks, and occasional gusts of wind that raised dust in the area.

From a young age, the duo of young Alphas took their training seriously, and they each had special abilities that placed them among the best warriors of their generation.

Axel was there also. He took pride in watching his oldest twins show their power, and he was in charge of shielding other pack members from any power burst that could harm them.

With the ruckus Valeria and Edgar caused in the sparring area, no one noticed two figures approaching. Of course, Violet was an expert in concealing her presence. She got that from her mother, the only one capable of giving the slip to mighty Alpha Dayson Blake.

Violet and Ashton were about ten feet away when Axel turned to them.

“Vi!” He exclaimed. “And young Alpha Ashton. To what do we owe this pleasure of unexpected visit?”

“Why are you so formal, uncle Axel?” Violet asked, and she got closer to hug him.

Ashton was not happy that Violet let go of him, and he was uncomfortable seeing her get physical with another male. He told himself to relax because Axel was her uncle, not a threat, and the hug lasted less than a second.

The commotion on the training ground stopped abruptly as the young Alpha sibling pair noticed guests and decided to join them. Usually, Valeria and Edgar wouldn’t stop their training, but Violet was technically above them in ranking, and they needed to show respect.

The audience also noticed Violet, and they were quick to gather there. Violet was their future Alpha, and their admiration for Alpha Natalia spilled on Violet. No one knew the full extent of Talia’s and Violet’s powers, but they were all proud to have them as their leaders. Other than Talia and Violet being impressive, they also had Alpha Dayson Blake and many others as their allies. Only a crazy person would dare to mess with them.

“Well, well,” Valeria said while walking to Violet and Ashton with too much sway in her hips (per Violet’s observations). “If I knew you would be here, I would dress up a bit.” She was obviously talking to Ashton, who was now shaking hands with Axel.

Valeria’s smile stiffened when Violet wrapped her arms around Ashton.

“Hi Val,” Violet greeted her cousin. “I came to say hi with my mate.”

Valeria’s stomach dropped as her fears materialized, showing Violet and Ashton like a perfect couple that has it all and reminding her that she didn’t belong in that picture.

Despite being older than Violet, Valeria was always second. Even now.

Valeria’s eyes widened as she processed Violet’s words.

“Mate? You and Ash?”

Valeria wanted to be happy for her cousin, but she couldn’t stop the bitterness that swelled within her.

Valeria was the oldest one among cousins with the Moonrider bloodline, and she worked hard, yet she will never be a true Alpha with a pack. No matter how much their people respected and supported her father, the true Alpha of the Midnight Guardians pack was Alpha Natalia Moonrider. With Talia being the official Alpha, Talia’s oldest child was set to be the next Alpha.

How Valeria saw this, Violet had it all. Superior genes, talent, looks, and smarts, and now she also snatched Ashton.

Violet was younger, yet she had found her mate!

This was one more confirmation that Valeria always came second, at best.

Valeria hoped her mate would be someone like Ashton. He was tall, handsome, kind, and smart, with undeniable skills in strategizing. Everyone knew that Ashton had tremendous contributions in dealing with rogues, and Valeria spent many days fantasizing about him, yet here he was, with his arms around Violet.

Valeria forced a smile. “Congratulations.”

Violet narrowed her eyes at her cousin. If Valeria thought that her fake smile fooled anyone, she was mistaken. Violet’s pride didn’t allow her to let this slide.

“There is no need to pretend, Val. If you want to let out some steam, I’m available and willing to whoop some respect into you.”

Ashton’s brows came together in disapproval. “Angel? Don’t tell me you want to fight.”

Violet looked up at him. “Val’s hostility is tangible. It’s better to let it out than to let it fester. If she disapproves of me being your mate, she is welcome to try proving she is better.”

“No one is better than you,” Ashton said. “My mate is not determined by how she fights or uses abilities. You are my mate because the Moon Goddess said so, and because you are the female I dreamed of for many lonely nights, and because…”

“Thank you, Ash,” Violet interrupted him, her cheeks flaming red from embarrassment. It was one thing for him to be lovey-dovey when they were alone, but now they had an audience of several dozen pack members, Axel, Edgar, and Valeria. Those last three were her relatives!

Ashton thought she was adorable. “Don’t interrupt me when I’m telling you we are perfect for each other, and if anyone doubts that, they will need to deal with me.”

“I know that your feelings are true. I don’t doubt them,” Violet said. “However, others have doubts and need to be reminded not to wish for what’s not theirs. If I can’t defend my right to be by your side, I’m not worthy of being your mate. Wouldn’t you think the same?”

Ashton took Violet’s hand into his and played with her fingers. “I don’t want you to strain yourself. I don’t want you to get a bruise or a cut or anything that would mar your skin. It is my duty to protect you. If you believe someone needs to be taught a lesson, I will do it for you. Will you allow me that, my love?”

Violet was lost in Ashton’s deep eyes, full of emotions, and she held her breath as he went down to his knees.

“As your mate, I have the right to be your champion,” Ashton said for everyone to hear, and then he added through their mind link, ‘If you deny me this, it will signal you don’t see me as worthy of fighting for you. Do you want your people to think of me as a weakling who hides behind his mate?’

Violet was speechless. ‘You are cheating, Ash.’

‘Maybe,’ he drawled. ‘I will do anything and everything for you, Vi. If I can go down on my knees in front of an audience, a little cheating is nothing.’

“You want to fight me?” Valeria asked Ashton in disbelief.

“No,” Ashton responded without turning to look at Valeria. “I want to fight instead of my mate. It is irrelevant who the opponent is.”

Valeria smiled bitterly. Her pride was hurt. “You think you can match someone from the Moonrider family?”

Everyone from the Midnight Guardians pack had abilities, and even though Valeria was not mated and her abilities didn’t reach their full potential, thanks to her mother’s bloodline, she was able to perform way above the level of an Alpha. As children, Valeria and Violet would often end their fights with a tie. Ashton was not a match for someone from the Moonrider family, no matter how impressive his fighting accomplishments were. How Valeria saw this, her fighting Ashton would be like bullying a child.

Ashton got up to his feet and faced Valeria. He would kneel only to his mate. “Your bloodline doesn’t matter. A worm or a God, if they understand. Until then, you will learn through experiences that if you challenge one mated person, you are challenging her mate as threaten my mate, I will be her weapon and her shield.”

“Just because she is your mate?”

“Yes,” Ashton responded flatly. “Once you find your mate, you will understand. Until then, you will learn through experiences that if you challenge one mated person, you are challenging her mate as well. Even if their defeat is certain, they will stand tall and do their best to protect what matters.”

Ashton’s every word was like a knife in Valeria’s heart.

“This is between cousins. I have no interest in fighting you,” Valeria said.

“How about we make it a double?” Edgar chimed in. Violet and Ashton were at a standstill, and Edgar wanted to finish his sparring. How he saw this, Ashton was not much of a problem, and Valeria could get her fight with Violet, and then they could get back to their sparring.

“Our first fight together,” Violet said with a smile, and Ashton could feel her excitement. “Let’s do this.”

“Is using of powers allowed?” Valeria asked.

“Up to you,” Violet responded. “As the unmated one, my abilities will put you at a disadvantage. But I don’t mind going easy on you, like always.”

Valeria sneered. “No need. Feel free to go all out. I’m sure I can handle it.”

“Now, now, kids,” Axel tried to defuse the situation, but he knew Valeria won’t give up. Maybe it was time for her to learn the hard way. “Let me call Yasmin to set up proper barriers.” If Violet and Valeria go all out, they might destroy the whole realm.

“As you wish,” Violet said, and turned her attention to Ashton. “That gives us some time. Do you want me to show you around?”

“Is there a sight more beautiful than you?”

Violet giggled. “I don’t know about beautiful, but it’s definitely different. Come.”

Valeria was fuming after Ashton and Violet. “Where are you going!?” Pack members swooning after Ashton and Violet only fueled her anger.

“Let them go,” Axel said.

“They are disrespectful.”

“Respect is earned, Val.”

“Are you saying I don’t deserve it?”

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