Bride of the Cursed Alpha (Auren and Lucien)

Chapter 47

Chapter 47

1000 years ago.

As the moon hung high in the sky bathing the Eldermere temple in its soft glow, Nagia stood before the moon goddess's statue. Her long golden hair cascaded over her shoulders, her blue eyes sparkled and her beautiful face glowed as her heart thudded with both hope and trepidation. She wore a white robe that made her look like she was in clouds.

She was a priestess born under a rare celestial alignment, with a direct blessing of the Moon Goddess. She was revered in her village and the High priest favored her while all other priests valued her.

She was waiting for Alpha Vaslof, the strongest wolf of the North, under whom all the packs were united. She had met him a few months ago when he came to hunt in the forest surrounding Eldermere. Their connection was instant. "Mate," he had growled and ever since they both couldn't deny the fierce attraction, the fated love, that pulled them to each other with irresistible force

The High Priest of Eldermere temple had sensed their moon bond, and was more than happy to offer her to Vaslof in marriage.

"Naqia," the High Priest said. "Are you sure you want to marry him?" he asked as if afraid of what might happen.

She nodded. "Yes, he is all I dream about," she replied shyly.

He chuckled. "Vaslod will be coming any time now. Once he accepts you, I will free you from the duties of the temple. The High Priest had called

him for this purpose.

in the temple for Vaslot's welcome. The scent of incense filled the air. Any time now. Excitement thrummed in her body. After this day, she would forever belong to her mate. This was a bond made in heavens and forged once in a

towards the grand chamber with the High Priest following her. When she entered the grand chamber, she saw Vaslof standing at the moonstone alur. And once again she was mesmerized by his beauty, the pure sirength and charisma he radiated. With broad shoulders, golden eyes and muscular build, he was evidently the

him immediately. "You honor me with your presence, Alpha Valot," she said, her lips quivering, her

all the priests of Eldermere temple who had flanked the High Priest. Seeing his cold demeanor, Nagia felt a chill run down

the High Priest. "You wanted to see

priestess of the moon goddess is your mate." His lips curled up tenderly. "And so we would

sides, waiting for him to say something. He had promised her that he would take her

his gaze, arrogance and greed flickering in them. "She's a priestess, but what power does she bring Unfortunately, I can't accept her. Only a union with a strong Alpha bloodline would give me true strength. I cannot settle for

of impending rejection settled in her bones. "No!" she

I Alpha Vaslof, reject my

floor, her mind numb. A mild tremor shook the temple as Vaslof severed the divine bond meant to be unbreakable. She felt intense pain and tears rolled down her eyes. The pain in her heart resonated through the Eldermere temple. It was a cry that reached beyond

"How could you do this to me?" she cried in a trembling voice. "You rejected our divine

the High Priest and others fell to their

of lightning that streaked across the sky as the shadows started dancing wildly around her. It was as if the moon goddess was enraged by Vaslof's betrayal. Suddenly, the

her eyes flashing golden. "You've made a grave mistake, Vaslof. The goddess will have her revenge!" Saying

and a voice boomed in the sky. "Your sons shall wed, but their brides

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