Contract With The Alpha King by Brey Mitchylle

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"Are you sure this is fine? Fiona asked as she looked at her reflection in the mirror in front of her. She was wearing a simple pale blue dress that hugged her figure without being too revealing. The dress had short sleeves and a modest neckline, with a flowing skirt that reached just above her ankles,

Elijah stood behind her, his eyes on her reflection. "You look perfect," he assured her, his voice steady and sincere. He stepped closer, placing his hands gently on iser shoulders. "Everything is fine."

Fiona turned to face him, her nerves still apparent in her expression. Elijah leaned in and kissed her softly, a reassuring gesture that eased some of her tension. She smiled up at him, feeling a bit more at ease. "Let's go, Elijah said, offering her his arm.

They walked together to the main palace, where the King and Queen were having breakfast in the garden. As they approached, the King, a tall man with graying hair and a stern expression, looked up from his meal. The Queen, seated beside him, maintained her usual composed demeanor.

"Join us," the King said, gesturing to the empty seats across from them.

Fiona felt the tension in the air as she and Elijah took their seats. She glanced around the table, noting the presence of another man who soon introduced himself as Elijah's brother, Marius. He shared Elijah's build but had sharper features and a more reserved demeanor. As a part of the Royal Family, Fiona heard a few stories about each member of the Royalty but this was the first time that she had seen them in person.

Not long after they had settled in, two young women arrived. They were Elijah's younger sisters, Monique and Adriana. Monique was the elder of the two, with long, dark hair and a serious expression. Adriana, the younger sister, had lighter hair. and a more playful smile. "Good morning," Adriana greeted them politely, taking her seat. Monique followed suit, her eyes flicking curiously between Fiona and Elijah.

Naturally, Elijah ignored their gazes. Instead, he asked her what she wanted to eat.

The table was laden with various types of meat-roast beef, lamb chops, and bacon, all cooked to perfection. There were also platters of sausages and even a large roasted bird in the center. It was clear that meat was the favored food here, a common trait among werewolves. Fiona noticed how everyone at the table seemed to gravitate towards the meat dishes, piling their plates high.

slices of roast beef

the back of her neck. She looked up and caught Queen Luna glaring at her, her expression cold and unwelcoming. It felt like the Queen was silently warning her, and Fiona couldn't help but wonder if this had something to do with the events of the previous

mother, but the presence of Carissa dering that conversation suggested it had been difficult. She

broken when Marius cleared us throat. "Elijah," he

as he responded, his voice calm. Tve brought Fiona here because she's important to me. That's all you need to know

clearly dissatisfied

you've actually brought a

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the table before his gaze landed on Fiona, "Is the woman that I am

promptly summoned them to his study. She wasn't particularly surprised to find Queen Luna Lyanna and Elijah's younger siblings already present when she arrived.

as if she was too different

look on his face. He was sitting behind at Large mahogany table, his gray eyes that resembled Elijah's

their father, Marius. Monique, and Adriana were looking at Elijah, waiting for

to at least show signs of nervousness. But he calmly held Fiona's hand as they stood before the King. "Father," he began, "Tve brought Fiona Rosenthal here because she's the woman I want to marry. I'm asking for your blessing" King Nicholas remained silent