The Alpha Prince And His Bride
Episode 25

AUSTIN’S POV :

I g*****d and rolled off Lucy , feeling completely exhausted and lifeless , in fact at the moment I could barely feel my f*****g legs as I laid flat on my back with my hands sprawled out to the sides of me . I looked above me ,staring at the sun that was about to set . F**k… which meant we’d been at it for approximately half of the day but luckily for both of us , the needing was finally over . I didn’t think I would be able to last another round .

Lucy sighed in contentment besides me as she leaned into my side , resting her hand on my bare chest … her eyes still closed .

I desperately wanted to roll over and take her in my arms . Desperately wanted to ask her if she was okay but had absolutely no energy left in me , so I settled for just looking at her from this angle . My eyes were slowly scanning her body from top to bottom , taking in how beautiful this woman really was … unable to wrap my mind around the fact that I’d spent the last few hours buried so deep inside her , I fought back a g***n .

I stayed in that position for a few minutes , waiting impatiently for my energy to return as my body healed itself from the strain . The needing was indeed something special that provided both male and female with tremendous pleasure but at the same time it also completely drained you both of all the energy within your body , it was unfortunately ten times worse on the female than it was on the male however … so I desperately wanted to regain my strength to properly take care of Lucy , the way in which she deserved .

Sudden footsteps caught my attention at the same time familiar scents filled my nostrils .

I froze , my head snapping up in the direction of the sound so fast that I felt a wave of dizziness flash through me . A string of curses left my mouth as I tried to blink through the dizziness , as my eyes focused on the scene in front of me . I was greeted by shocked looks of all of the members’ from both my pack and that of my brother’s .

Nick was the first to break the silence with a low whistle , while the rest of the oppressors had an amused look on their faces , my eyes went to James who’s face was completely red , which was a very rare sight to see. My eyes continued to focus on the faces of my brother’s pack , and I saw red … the motherfuckers were staring at Lucy’s naked body with a hungry gaze .

A loud growl tore from me , shaking the trees around us as I rushed to cover Lucy’s body with my own , sending a death glare their way .

The men immediately took a step back and turned the other direction without another word . Lucy buried her head against my chest in embarrassment as I picked her up with me before placing her down on her feet .

I took a deep breath , trying to suppress my anger towards the males , I needed to constantly remind myself that they were my allies not my enemy .

“Are you okay ?” I asked Lucy while handing her dress to her .A blush made it’s way on her face as she looked down at her torn underwear on the ground .

“Yes. ” She whispered , refusing to look up at me .

A smile formed on my lips at her reaction as I continued to stare at her while she quickly threw the dress on , her cheeks a beautiful shade of red .

“Is it safe to turn around now ?” Lucas called , the grin evident in his voice .

A scowl immediately replaced my smile as I tugged back on my jeans .

“You can now .” I growled .

“I guess we were worried for nothing .” Asher teased as they all turned around looking more amused than before . ” It looks like our Alpha has been doing way better than we expected .”

“How did you escape Vincent ?” I asked suddenly remembering that the vampire had claimed that he was going to ambush the packs . My eyes scanned the men , none of the members were injured so clearly there hadn’t been any fight .

“Lucy’s brothers came to warn us .” James answered .

I felt Lucy stiffen besides me , the color draining from her face at the sudden mention of her brothers .

“Are they okay ?” She asked , her forehead creasing with worry .

James gave her a sympathetic look .” We can’t say for sure , they risked a lot by coming to warn us … We can only hope Vincent doesn’t suspect their betrayal .”

“Vincent is way too experienced to not expect a betrayal from the Cross brothers for the safety of their sister .” I pointed out . ” Hopefully they have no proof against them .”

“We aren’t in the clear yet .” James announced loud enough for everyone to hear .” Lucy’s brothers would try to hold off Vincent for as long as they could but there is no doubt the f*****g vampire would send out a search party for us , in fact I’m sure he already knows exactly where to look for us since anyone would guess that the first place to start looking would be on the shorelines , since that is where you and Lucy would be expected to wash up.”

“You’re right .” I nodded in agreement . “We need to start moving now , get out of this place and back to our territory as fast as we could .”

If the vampire decided to still come for us , we had a better chance in our own territory . I would have a lot more time to prepare and get back up from other pack alliances in which I’d helped in the past . At the mention of the council many of the packs would instantly want to back out but I knew a loyal few that would fight along our side if it ever came to that.

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LUCY’S POV :

I was glowing , could feel the happiness inside of me reflecting on the outside . Austin had been by my side the entire trip back home , ensuring that I was okay , at times he had even lifted me in his arms , refusing to let me walk on my own feet to the amusement of the pack members , it was as if they had never seen their alpha act that way before and for some reason I think they loved it .

I on the other hand , couldn’t even bring myself to look at Austin after what had transpired between us , everytime I thought about it I felt my face burn with embarrassment . It was however one of the best days of my entire life , never before had I experienced such pleasure and happiness mixed in one . It was a day I would never forget , for Austin brought me to places I didn’t even know existed . Another blush made it’s way on my face as I thought about how many times he’d been buried deep inside me. I was ashamed to admit it but even now I wished that he still was , already missed feeling that irreplaceable connection with him.

It also seemed as though Austin’s possessive side had doubled after what had happened between us , if that was even possible for there were multiple times where he wanted to attack some of the men for even looking my way , in fact I think most of them were even afraid to speak a single word to me now .

All thoughts suddenly left my mind as I noticed we had finally made it back home . Already I could feel the tension ease up around us as everyone released a sigh of relief , at times I’m sure many of us wondered if we would have even made it back here alive with how brutal the council was , we owed everything to my brothers for risking their own lives to save ours .

“They’re back!” I heard Maya scream as we entered the pack house .

I watched as she pulled her three brothers in for a hug . “I missed you idiots !” She cried as they returned her hug , James ruffling her hair and making it all messy while Lucas pinched her cheeks .

I felt an emptiness in the pit of my stomach as I watched their loving exchange , I already missed my siblings ,it didn’t help that I wasn’t even sure in what state we had left them in , for all I knew they could be getting punished all now for helping us escape . The thought made my heart clench almost painfully , I wish there was some way I could get some sort of update on their well being , just to ease my mind a little .

Maya turned to me with a bright smile that travelled all the way to her beautiful eyes . “I’ve missed you as well Lucy , I’m so so happy we have you back with us .”

I returned her smile , leaning into her embrace . “Thank you Maya , I’m also very happy to be back .”

And I truly meant every word , before my brothers had even introduced themselves to me , Austin’s family was the first to have ever welcomed me with open arms and made me feel like I was someone important . The first family who’d actually openly accepted me into their homes , something I’ve always wanted and wished for .

“Yes we are !” Austin’s parents confirmed as they also pulled me in for a tight hug .

I smiled against their embrace . “Thank you .” I whispered , it felt nice to have people that cared for me be so close to me . Without even knowing it , they were helping me to be strong and deal with the fact that once again I was separated from my loved ones .

“We truly are sorry for the way we let you leave Lucy…I hope you can replace some way to forgive us .” The queen apologized .

I shook my head at her. “Please don’t apologize , I understand why you did … No one did anything wrong and it is all in the past now . There isn’t anything to forgive .” I assured all of them for even Maya and Lucas seemed to fully agree with their mother’s words .

“Austin!”

A high pitched scream echoed from the doorway , the entire room growing completely quiet and still.

I froze .

No… Please don’t tell me it is who I think it is , I had totally forgotten about her existence with everything that was happening around us with the council and my family .

I turned just in time to see Ariana walk in , staring at Austin as if she didn’t believe he was right there before her eyes . I don’t know why but her expressions seemed all fake , as though she’d rehearsed it multiple times before coming here.

I stiffened as she ran straight into his arms , holding onto him tightly as though I wasn’t here standing right next to him . When he raised his arms and wrapped them around her , I completely lost it .

I felt like my whole heart had just shattered right before my eyes as reality sunk in . My eyes stung with tears as my legs shook with the sudden reminder that Ariana was the woman he loved … not me. Austin didn’t love me .

No…he loved her.