Damon.

My canines gritted in anger as my eyes narrowed to meet the half-dead man pleading for his life before me like a coward.

I hated cowards!

And pleading only rekindles the burning inferno inside me.

"Be a fucking man, not a pussy!" I lashed at him, ignoring his screams as my elongated claws dug deep into his flesh, slashing his ugly face.

"You weren't pleading when you joined the conspiracy," I spat, irritated by his pitiful state.

Fucking hypocrite!

"Please, my king," he coughed weakly. I could feel his pulse getting weaker as seconds went by. By the way his blood oozed, he won't last long.

"It was the devil," His trembling fingers grabbed the edge of my shirt in desperation.

Blinding rage washed over me as my eyes turned red.

How dare he touch my cloth with his filthy hands?! He was lucky he didn't touch me.

"It would be a pleasure to send you back to him," I shot coldly, ripping out his heart from his chest and watched his lifeless body slump down like a pack of cards.

"What have you done? You monster!" A voice from behind yelled.

Monster?

I have been called all sorts of strange names, but not a monster.

A thrill of excitement coursed through my bones at the way the name sounded on his lips.

Monster. Hmm. I like that.

A dark smile played on my lips as I turned to meet him, "I forgot you were here for a minute," I walked toward my second prisoner. I recognized him at once despite his battered face. He was a member of my council.

The thumping of my heavy boot against the hard floor and his erratic breathing were the only sound that filled the dungeon.

Unlike the first one, this one was no pussy. He was a man. But beneath the brave face, was a scared cat. The smell fear only excited me.

I couldn't wait to feed on his fear and end him!

I hated long talks.

"We know who our king is. You won't occupy that position for long, your end is near, you demon!" He growled pinning his gaze on me.

Demon? I liked that too.

I commended his boldness but his arrogance started to irritate me.

"And who will the unfortunate successor be?" I asked calmly, leaning close to him.

He grinned, flashing his bloody teeth and torn lips, "It would be a surprise," His bloodshot eyes were still fixed on mine.

Was he challenging me?

"You think we like you and want you to rule over us as the Alpha King?" He started.

It was no news that almost all my council members hated me and they didn't like my judgment. They hated that I survived this long on the throne as the Alpha king, but I didn't let it bother me. Leading my people was my priority, no matter how cruel I was.

It was high time I sanitized my council members.

"A war is coming, Damon," His voice filled my ears, snapping me out of my thoughts.

Anger flooded me at the way he addressed me without adding my title. But I contained it, I wanted to hear what the bastard would say.

"You will be overthrown and your life will be wasted just like brother and Ivy,"

"Enough!"

"You can't even father a child…" He gave a mocking laughter.

"Enough!" I bellowed, growling at him and slashing his face with my claws. My voice was so loud that I could feel the room vibrate.

I could feel rage taking over me as smoke radiated me.

How dare he mention my late brothers and my mate!

And my problem.

His words only brought back the memories that I tried hard to forget. His words were like a sharp knife that pierced my heart, opening scratching a huge half-healed wound.

I shut my eyes to stop the hot tears from steaming down my face. Seeing me cry was the last thing I wanted.

No one has ever seen me cry and no one will!

The memories resurfaced in a rush, playing in my head. It was so vivid, I could picture every detail of it.

The rogue's attack on my pack made me lose everything I loved dearly. My mate and my brothers.

We were triplets Alpha Kings ruling other packs fearlessly, but I was the only one alive. For years I tried to move on, but I was stuck.

No matter what I did, I never healed. I was broken, no one could fix me.

I acted tough before my subjects, but deep down, I was shattered to pieces. I needed help, but I wasn't going to allow anyone to perceive my vulnerability. I was the Alpha King.

Moving on was almost impossible, most nights, I see them and I talk to them as if they still existed. I knew I couldn't move on no matter how hard I tried, instead, I buried myself in work, but it only made me more cruel and ruthless.

I bit my lips hard as guilt overshadowed me.

Maybe if I was there on time to help, my brothers wouldn't have been captured and killed and our mate wouldn't have drowned in the river with our… No! I wouldn't think about it. The last thing I wanted was to lose my shit before this son of a bitch.

Molten anger rolled through me as I grabbed the man by his collar, choking him hard and pinning him with my blazing eyes.

"How dare you speak of my brother and our mate?!" I roared, punching him hard in his face till he lost all his teeth.

But I wasn't done with him yet.

I would tear him limb from limb!

I would make sure that he doesn't forget me in a hurry after killing him in the most unimaginable manner.

Satisfaction courses through me as his fear almost suffocated him faster than I choked him.

Now I could feed on his fear.

I growled, baring my canines at him as I was irritated by the way his eyes rested on mine.

Stinking arrogance!

I would make sure all he saw was darkness as he walked through the lonely path leading to hell.

"Don't you fucking look me in the eye!" I spat, gorging out his eyes without warning, enjoying his horrifying screams.

But I wasn't done with him yet.

"Any last words before I send you to hell?" I chuckled dangerously, picking up a large hook that was resting on the wall and caressing it.

I couldn't wait to put it into use. My hands ached in anticipation.

"I won't forget you in a hurry and I'll make sure to avoid paths with you if we come to the world a second time…" He coughed out blood, gasping for air.

"You are dead!" He started choking on his blood as I stabbed him with the hook, ripping his insides with it and watching his body split into two as they fell lifelessly on the cold floor.

I earned another name. Death! I fucking love that.

The sound of footsteps made me glance at the door sharply. Relieve courses through me seeing my Beta. Jasper was everything to me. My Beta, he was more than a best friend, he was like a brother to me. He was my right-hand man and I trust him with my life.

"Monster, Demon and now Death? I'm impressed. How did you do that?" He asked excitedly, clapping his hands.

"Watch and learn, Jasper" I replied my Beta in a gruff voice, "Learn from the best,"

I just hope he says what he wants and leaves. I wasn't in the mood for fun, thanks to that son of a bitch.

"I hate to spoil your fun but we have a meeting with the Alpha of the Diamond Heart pack, right now," He stated, going through his iPad before putting it down and glancing at me.

The moment his eyes softened, I looked away from his gaze. I didn't want to be bothered by him.

But I was wrong, he saw my troubled face before I could mask my expression.

Great!

Now the never-ending lecture begins.

I like the fact that he cared about me and put the pack and I first, but sometimes, I nodded to be alone. I didn't want his pity.

"Are you okay?" He asked gently, walking to meet me. I shifted uncomfortably when his hands held onto mine.

I wasn't comfortable with physical contact.

"Is it because of what the fucker said? Or is it because of the incoming attack and the conspiracy?" He gave me a light squeeze, making me tense.

I didn't like physical contact. It was worse with the opposite sex.

"Don't worry about the attack. It's because you don't have an heir yet. Once you find an heir, this madness will stop," He assured, patting my shoulder.

It sounded so easy.

Find an heir and all this will stop. But I have been trying and it's not working. Nothing seemed to work.

I don't know what else to do.

I was already fed-up with myself.

I rolled my eyes, giving him a pensive look while he raised his hands on a surrender.

He knew how much I hated being reminded of my problem

I don't need his pity. I don't need anyone's pity. Pity means weak people. I was not a weakling!

I can handle anything. I was the Alpha King.

"Have you been eavesdropping?" I asked, waving his questions.

"I couldn't leave you with them, plus I couldn't help but give in to the urge to see how you will kill that one," He sighed, pointing at the man who got ripped into two.

"How do you even come up with creative ways to kill?"

"Watch and learn," I said, looking away from him.

I couldn't deny that what the bastard said got to me badly.

My insides were raging with rage and my hands trembled.

Fuck!

I quickly buried my hands in my pocket to avoid My Beta from noticing. I didn't want another round of lecture and sympathy.

Silence stretched and my breathing became more erratic. I couldn't stay around him, my body language would give me away.

I needed a distraction.

"Give me a minute," I said sharply, walking away immediately, leaving him no room for questions.

I had a very bad temper and I hated it when I lost it.

I couldn't go to the Diamond Heart pack like this, I could kill them all.

Why did he have to bring this up, knowing how much I hated to be reminded of my past and how I failed my family!

I knew he did it to mock me, to remind me that I was weak. But I would prove him wrong.

I needed to relieve myself of this burden right now.

Anxiety filled me as my legs found their way to Rosa's chamber. Rosa would do.

Rosa was my mistress. She was the only one that could relieve me and accept me the way I was. After the death of my Luna, Rosa was the only woman I had. She pleased me the way no woman can and she understands my desires and limitations.

Without knocking, I flung her door open, bursting into her room and flooding it with my terrifying aura. I didn't need to look at the maids before they scurried like scared rats out of her room.

"Strip!" I commanded, leaving no room for hesitation.

$Chapter

Damon.

"My King!" Rosa bowed briefly, stopping what she was doing before shooting me a questionable look.

I could smell her surprise. My arrival threw her off balance, I could sense it with the look she shot me.

Was she expecting someone else? She dares not!

I could feel my anger build up at the thought of her seeing someone else apart from me.

Her pussy was mine. No one should fuck what I was fucking.

Relax, Damon, she is only a mistress. A tool for pleasure and enjoyment. Easily discarded when wornout.

Anger spread through me at her reluctance to take off her see-through dress.

"Are you waiting for a special invitation? I said strip!" I commanded, struggling to contain my anger.

Why was she acting like it was her first time? Even if it was her first time, I was the Alpha King, I could get what I want anytime I want without questions.

The bastard's words still echoed in my head. It affected my temper badly that I had to transfer the aggression on her.

Fuck!

"Yes, my king," She answered, fumbling with the hem of her dress.

I hissed impatiently, walking towards her and ripping the dress off her. I tossed the torn gown aside. I didn't care where it ended up.

"You know what I hate?" I asked, pushing her to a large table that rested on the wall, "Reluctance…hesitations. When I say strip, you strip!" I bellowed, spanking her ass hard that it turned pink.

I was transferring aggressions on her but I didn't care.

"Yes, my king," She muttered. She knew better than keeping quiet.

"You'll be punished for what you did. But do you know why?"

She swallowed hard, pinning her gaze on the floor, "I hesitated, I reluctant to your command,"

"Good girl. Turn around, hands flat on the table,"

I nodded in satisfaction as she obeyed my command.

"I'll be striking you five times. That's your punishment. Do well to count. Is that clear?" I asked, irritated by the way she nodded her head.

"Respond!" I spanked her hard feeling her release on my finger.

"Yes, my king," She moaned.

"Naughty girl," Her arousal hovered around her.

In a flash of light, I unbuckled my belt, rolling the edge on my palm before striking her fair ass.

Satisfaction rushed through me when the first stroke landed on her ass.

"One,"

Good girl.

Without warning, the second stroke landed on her ass, causing her to raise her feet, curling her toes.

"Two," She bit her lips, letting out a gasp.

"Do you like it?" I asked in a gruff voice. My body aches to pin her against the table and fuck her brains out.

"Five," She screamed, moaning. Her release trickled down her legs as they shook. Her ass was bright red now.

I loved them red. It turned me on greatly.

I tossed the belt aside, releasing my zipper and setting my throbbing fat cock free and plunging deep into her.

Her painful screams filled the air, but I didn't let her recover before I shoved my cock deeper into her, grabbing a fistful of her hair as I continued to give her hard painful strokes.

"You can't even father a child!"

Anger rose in my chest as the bastard's voice echoed in my head. The mockery in his voice provoked me more.

I will prove it to him that I can father children.

I was hurting Rosa but I didn't care. I will prove it to the bastard that I'll have a heir and put an end to this madness.

Like an animal, I claimed her, bending her in an unimaginable way as I kept giving her deep strokes.

"Fuck!" I groaned as I sensed my release. I pulled out immediately, replacing my cock with my fingers.

Her screams intensified when I added the forth finger. She wiggled like an earthworm, twisting and turning in all directions.

"Do you like what I'm doing to you?" I asked, shoving my fingers in and out of her dripping pussy.

"Fuck, yes!" She cried out, convulsing.

Her orgasm was near, I could smell it.

"Come for me," I ordered, watching her convulse harder as she filled my hand with her release.

I grabbed her hair, adjusting her hips to meet mine as i rammed into her, pounding her hard until i filled her with my thick warm sperm.

I hope that was enough to make babies.

Exhausted, she collapsed on the floor, gasping for breath with a smile on her face while I zipped my trousers and buckled my belt.

Without glancing at her or saying any word, I left her chambers.

***

"This way, King Damon," A man I figured out to be the Beta welcomed us as he directed Jasper and I into the mansion.

"Welcome, King Damon and Beta Jasper. Trust you enjoyed your trip" A feminine voice that I recognized as the Luna took over from the Alpha, leading is further into the house.

I kept a straight face while Jasper responded to her. I wasn't in the mood for small talks.

I just wanted to get over this and leave the fucking pack.

"The Alpha is in there. Beta, please, take them in," The Luna said to the Beta, turning to another direction, "I will be joining you soon,"

"This way, please," The Beta directed, opening a large double door for us.

I was about to step in when I bumped into a girl…no, the girl bumped into me.

I didn't know what came over me when my hands stabled her. But some wild electric current sent chills and vibrations down my spine.

I knew the girl felt the same too, the tray containing a lovely set of dishes in her hand crashed to the floor and broke.

I was supposed to be mad, right?

My temper would have torn her to pieces.

But I didn't know the strange calmness that washed over me.

I felt sorry the instant horror filled her eyes as she quickly bent over to pick the broken dishes.

The air in the room was tense as all attention were focused on us.

She was in deep trouble. I knew it.

"Take care of it," I ordered another maid who jumped on the task without hesitation.

I lifted her, moving her away from the glass so that it wouldn't prick her but she withdrew her hands from mine immediately, making my hands feel empty. Her hands were so soft, I almost let out a pur.

Confusion hit me when her eyes widened in shock as she moved away from me, running without looking back.

The strange sparks flooded me again, sending shivers down my spine.

Why do I feel strangely drawn to her?

Why did she behave like that?

I adjusted quickly, walking into the hall as if nothing happened but I didn't miss the look that my Beta shot me.

I know and I was surprised as he was.

"I want to know everything about that girl. Start your investigations now! " I mind-linked Jasper, ignoring his questions.

$Chapter

Aurora.

I didn't know what frightened me more between breaking the Alpha's favourite set of dishes and breaking the dishes on the Alpha King's body.

Both punishments meant hell, but I would prefer Nathalia's punishment to that of the Alpha King.

My mind went blank and my heart flew to my chest as the dishes crashed loudly on the floor, shattering immediately.

I was a dead meat.

I quickly bent over, trying to pack the broken items and ignoring the cuts that picked my fingers.

But a deadly aura hit my nose, awakening my senses.

Panick seized me at the realization of what I had done. I couldn't think of anything else but to run for my life. I didn't want him to kill me in the most unimaginable manner.

Rumours had it that he could gorge out your eyes if you look at him the wrong way. He could cut your tongue if you speak without permission, worse of all, he could cut your ears if you listen to what you are not supposed to.

He was a savage wild beast, a ruthless Alpha King that ruled over werewolves for years. His name left a sensation in the body. Not the one that leaves butterflies in the belly, but a terrifying sensation.

His castle was in the hills, far away from the boundaries of other packs.

He had been a terror to both men and wolves for decades. He wasn't called the Demon Alpha King for nothing. He was the most cruel and merciless King. No one messes with him or he'll tear them limb from limb and send them to hell afterwards.

He had been called different names because of his ruthlessness, but he was the worst thing that could happen to you. To his enemies, he was their nemesis, their worst nightmare.

His name's were so much that I didn't even know his real name.

Even Dad knew. His brief lecture about staying out of his lane makes sense now.

But why would dad even invite someone who could wipe us all over?!

Though I hadn't met him and I didn't know what he looked like, but the chief maid had taken time to warn me about his arrival beforehand. She instructed that I steer clear of him at all cost. She told me that if he decides to kill anyone even my father, the Alpha wouldn't object because he doesn't want to be on the wrong side of the Alpha King.

But I had messed up big time and I was certain he would kill me after the meeting.

The news of my death would please Nathalia and my mother.

My fingers slide down, brushing the spot that touched the Alpha King and I could feel my cheeks heat up in excitement.

I could still remember how a strange electrifying feeling ran down my spine, causing a vibration within me. I didn't know why it happened.

My brows knotted in confusion as I stared at the spot. I hadn't felt that way before.

Deep down, I knew he felt the same, that was the reason he glared at me for some seconds.

His deadly aura shifted to a calmer, strangely soothing me. His delicious scent of honey and petrichor invaded my nose, calming my troubled mind…and his eyes, there was something about his eyes. They were penetrating as if digging deep into my soul. But I could swear that they softened when they rested on me.

For a minute, I wasn't scared of him.

It was strange how he was rumoured to be fire-breathing monster but all I see is a charming Greek god in human form.

Focus!

My subconscious yelled at me.

What was wrong with me?!

I was in big trouble, yet I drooled shamelessly over a cruel monster and was even biting my lip?!

Even if he doesn't kill me, Nathalia will because I broke father's favourite set of dish.

Fuck me!

I jumped in fright the moment the door opened, but when a familiar figure strode in, I heaved a sigh of relief.

It was Eve, the Chief maid. Despite Nathalia's harshness, she was so good to me.

She was my friend.

"What have you been doing here? It's been over 15 minutes!" She half-yelled.

"15 minutes?!" I repeated, my jaws dropping in shock.

I had been drooling over the Alpha King for 15 minutes?!

Goddess!

"Anyway, Ma'am Nathalia told me to give you this," She said, stretching a tray that contained a glass jug filled with orange juice.

Not another glass again!

I hope I don't spill this.

"Please, Rory, be careful this time. I know the first one wasn't your fault. But you have to concentrate. It's easy. Just go on there, do your business and leave," She said sharply, caressing my cheek before patting my shoulder, urging me to go, "May the goddess be with you this time," She prayed, placing a gentle kiss on my forehead and opening the door for me.

"I know you didn't steal Nathalia's jewelry,"I halted, turning carefully to meet her warm smile, "Even if nobody believe you, I believe you," She added. Tears welled up in my eyes at her words.

It felt good to know that someone believed me.

"Thank you for believing me," I whispered, giving her a faint smile before heading for the dining hall.

"Concentrate, Aurora, just do your business and leave," I repeated as I walked out of the door, into the dinning room.

Do your business and leave.

Easy peasy, lemon squeezy!

When I got to the door of the hall, my beads of sweat formed on my forehead and anxiety cloaked me like a garment.

How was I supposed to concentrate when his aura was driving me insane?!

It was everywhere in this mansion, dominating over everyone's aura greatly.

Before the guards opened the door, I shut my eyes, sucking in air before released the air slowly and muttering a short prayer.

"Do your business and leave," I reminded myself, repeating it in my head severally.

I tightened my fingers on the tray and swallowed hard when I got closer where they sat.

No fuck-ups this time.

My eyes went straight up to the Alpha King before landing on another man that sat beside him. Dad, his Beta and the Luna sat on the other side of the table, facing The Alpha King, the strange man and my mother who wouldn't stop trying hard to start a conversation.

Nathalia sat opposite an empty chair that was reserved for me.

Thanks to her dirty lies, the chair was vacant.

Their voices and fake laughter stopped the moment I stepped they noticed my presence. But only for two seconds.

My heart flipped twice when the Alpha King's hazel eyes met my silver ones. I almost jumped.

Concentrate.

This was going to be harder than I thought.

I tore my gaze off him immediately, walking to the table to do my business.

"It's a honour having you in our midst. Honestly, I am thrilled that you accepted to give us a part of your land. I wasn't expecting that," My father grinned, sipping from his glass of red wine afterwards.

"The pleasure is mine," He replied coldly. From his look, I could tell that my father's speech was boring him. He couldn't wait to get the hell out of our pack.

If he knew the amount of sacrifice and hardwork we invested in preparing his arrival, he would eat without leaving crumbs.

My sharp pain tore in my stomach wall and I realized I hadn't eaten in two days.

My mouth watered at the plethora of dishes that would go to a waste after the Alpha King has gone.

If only I could have a bite of the tasty roasted chicken laps that laid lazily on the table.

I muttered a sharp prayer for my stomach not to growl as werewolves hearing were sharp.

A chilling sensation swept through me when he locked gaze with me again. His look was so penetrating that my legs grew weak.

I almost forgot how to walk.

He shouldn't have caught me staring. I hope he wouldn't gorge out my eyes.

I swallowed hard, placing the tray on the table making it within everyone's reach.

Good. My business is done, time to go.

"Wait, Aurora," Nathalia's annoying voice rang, halting me on my tracks.

Slowly, I turned to meet her heavily make-up face. I scoffed within me when I saw her cleavage on display.

Those small boobs were dying of suffocation as they were almost out of the dress.

Was she trying to seduce the Alpha King?

Did I hear a change in her voice?

"Why don't you fill King Damon's glass cup with some orange juice?" She squeezed in excitement, "I made them myself, I figured you might like them," She blushed innocently, biting her red lips seductively.

"Fuck you!" I screamed at her in my mind as I dragged my feet to the table again.

"That was so thoughtful of you honey," The Luna commended, making me roll my eyes in disgust.

I had nothing against the Luna, she was nice to me to some extent and I appreciated that. But Nathalia's act made me almost burst into a series of laughter.

I never knew she could do something with those lazy hands. The maids practically do everything for her, including washing her undies.

"Oh, mother. I thought I could assist with the preparations since I was bored. Since I am single, I have plenty of time," She chuckled, emphasizing on the 'single' and throwing seductive looks at the Alpha King to catch his attention.

I could tell she has a huge crush on the King.

It was a shame he didn't even notice her existence.

I picked up the jug on the table, ignoring the look on my father's face. He didn't question in order not to make a scene. If only he was around when Nathalia accused me of stealing, I wouldn't be serving drinks like a maid.

My hands trembled as I held the jug, clenching it tight with all my might.

His aura wasn't helping as it clouded my head.

I almost staggered as his burning gaze burned on my hand, neck and face.

Concentrate! I snapped at myself, but I couldn't.

He was affecting me.

"Fuck!" I muttered silently as the filter missed the cup and the orange juice began to pour on the Alpha King's shiny leather shoes.

Kill me, Moon goddess!

Before I could embarrass myself further, destroy his fancy shoes, his large hands enveloped mine, sending sparks that made me almost collapse.

"Stop," He ordered authoritatively, taking the glass jug from me and pouring its content into his glass cup by himself, "Thank you. But I don't like orange juice,"

How did he manage to be authoritative, yet so sexy?

I almost burst into laughter at the disappointed look on Nathalia's face. Jealous flashed in her eyes.

Why was he helping me?

Without Nathalia's approval, I turned to leave. My job was done.

But the clearing of Nathalia's throat made me halt on my tracks once more. I was the way she secretly communicated with me, telling me my business wasn't done.

What does she want again?!

I already did what she wanted.

"Is it only me or is it hot I here," She started. Her hands fanning her breast and she opened it wider, peeking at the King who wouldn't notice her.

"This place is so boring," She lamented , her hands dropping on her exposed pale chest, "A little bit of entertainment could lighten it up," She smiled.

Goddess please. I hope the entertainment doesn't involve me.

"Maybe Aurora could help us," She added, causing my heart to race.

"Aurora, please, dance for us. I know his majesty wouldn't mind. She threw a sweet smile at the king who returned it with a frown.

Nathalia couldn't do this to me.

"Don't worry, my king, she is just hiding her talent. She is a great dancer,"

I almost growled in disapproval at her words.

Why was she saying all these when she knew I couldn't even do the simplest dance steps.

Tense silence settled in the room as I exchanged glared with Nathalia, pleading with her to reverse her command.

Tears started to sting my eyes as her words echoed in my head.

"It would be so fun fun to watch you humiliated,"

Everything made sense now. She turned me into a maid to humiliate me in the presence of everyone.

"Leave, Aurora," The Alpha King's voice thundered, making me gasp in shock.

Without sparing any minute, I fled out of the room as fast as my legs could carry before Nathalia devised another plan.

"Of course," I heard her say in defeat.

I knew Nathalia's rage was like a volcano about to erupt but she dared not show it before the Alpha King if she loved her life.

I heaved a sigh of relief when I shut the door, luckily, the guards were away.

One question remained on my mind. Why was the Alpha King helping me?

"Thank you for having us, Stefan. We will be on our way," I heard the second man said and I dashed out of the premises into my room.

I shifted my curtain a bit, watching the Alpha King and the strange man entered into a black sleek car.

He must be fucking wealthy.

I didn't know when the door open until I was thrown kff-balance by a heavy kick that had me wincing in pain.

I lifted my eyes to see Nathalia looking like she was about to skin me alive.

"How dare you?!" She roared in hatred, striking me hard across the face before I could process what was going on.

$Chapter