Alpha Nocturne's Contracted Mate

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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.

where you’re standing. If I know Maeve as well as I think I do, I’m sure

don’t intend to do it in such a nice way. Listen up sugar-puff, sure, acknowledge that sometimes everyone needs a little help but stop being a crybaby. I’m not having you throw a little pity party for yourself every time you’re insecure about your abilities. You’re a goddamn Queen now… act like one.’ Maeve smirked, ‘If the Moon Goddess wanted us to fix everything for ourselves, then she wouldn’t have granted us mates in the first place. For

a pity party at all, I just..’ Ann replied, a little taken aback by the passion

it anyway. Just shut the f**k up, accept it, and enjoy this

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

‘I don’t understand why

not sure the Elders will agree… it’s not exactly protocol…’ Maeve snorted and

wear 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 from behind her. “Your highness, the people have seen you now, so I think it would be wise for you to withdraw

that had conducted her coronation ceremony and he smiled warmly at

will be underway shortly and your presence is

nodded and glanced backward, her concerned stare focused in the direction of the

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

not miss out, your Highness. They will be escorted to the plaza, where food and drink has been provided for them. I promise you, their feasting and additional celebrations will last far longer than ours…” He smiled as a wicked glint crept into his eyes, “It will probably be much more fun

stop herself and froze momentarily, not sure if it was particularly ‘Queenly’ behavior but the Elder returned

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 to our already ancient status…

guilty as the sounds of disappointment drifted up toward them, they turned and left the balcony

found herself incredibly grateful for the thick cloak