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.

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

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 once in your

a little harsh there, Maeve. I’m not throwing a pity party at all,

you to know that I’m not listening and I intend to 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…

I thought you were joking when you said that…’

growled. ‘I

agree… it’s not exactly protocol…’ Maeve snorted and bared

Ann debated how best to respond. Luckily for Ann, she was drawn out of the bizarre conversation

she turned, her eyes met the gaze of the elder that had conducted her coronation ceremony and he smiled warmly at her from

and your presence is required

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

good-naturedly, his severe features crinkling into an expression that was not unlike one that you would expect to see on

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

she could stop herself and froze momentarily, not sure if it was particularly

Despite our fearsome reputation, 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

as the sounds of disappointment

await Ann on the balcony and she had found herself incredibly grateful for the thick cloak that chased the chill away. She pulled it tighter around her

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