Alpha Nocturne’s Contracted Mate by A E Randell

Chapter 153 You Remind Me of Your Mother

Ann and Adam stood side by side on the balcony, waving down to the crowds that had gathered below. The noise from the crowd was almost deafening. It almost seemed as though they were fighting with one another over whose voice could shout the loudest and reach the newly crowned Alpha Queen’s ears first. Adam chuckled softly.

“All this is for you, my Queen.” He murmured as he took her hand and brought her fingers to his lips, kissing it gently.

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Ann giggled lightly, her nerves getting the better of her as loud cheers echoed through the air.

“Don’t get me wrong, I’m grateful for their excitement and the more than warm welcome, but I’ve done nothing to prove myself to them yet.” She replied with a worried smile.

“Is that really what you think?” Adam murmured quietly, “Ann, take a step back and think about it for a second. These past few months have thrown so much at you and the accusations and lies that were thrown in your direction put you under intense public scrutiny. Yet, no matter what Narcissa and Ada threw at you, you continuously emerged triumphantly with your reputation intact”

“Yes… but I couldn’t have done it without you, you know? I’ve had a lot of support..” Ann protested weakly before Adam held a hand up to stop her.

a second to remember where you’re standing. If I know Maeve as well as I think I do,

every time you’re insecure about your abilities. You’re a goddamn Queen now… act

not throwing a pity party at all, I just..’ Ann replied, a little taken aback by the passion in her

ignore it anyway. Just shut the f**k up, accept it, and enjoy this day as a celebration of a new beginning for us all… and while we’re at it… I still want that portrait

you serious? I thought you were joking when you said that…’ Ann snorted in a mixture of

‘I don’t understand

it’s not exactly

it…’ she pouted sullenly as Ann debated how best to respond. Luckily for Ann, she was drawn out of the bizarre conversation by a voice

met the gaze of the elder that had conducted her coronation ceremony and he

and your presence is required before it

concerned stare focused in the direction of the thousands

her hesitance the Elder chuckled good-naturedly, his severe features crinkling into an expression that was not unlike one that

drink has been provided for them. I promise you, their feasting and additional celebrations

if

we elders are no different than any other individual that resides within our kingdom. Apart from our current privileged positions of course… and the ever-increasing years that only add

of disappointment drifted up toward them, they

balcony and she had found herself incredibly grateful for the thick cloak that chased the chill away. She pulled it tighter around her as she made her way

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